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Plot Summary:
When Zeus (Mario Lopez) accidentally destroys an important party, he gets sent to obedience school at the worst time! A trio of bumbling burglars is planning a heist. Can Zeus save the day?.
IMDB Rating: 4.5
IMDB Votes: 225
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 89 min
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Skydog (2020)
Plot Summary:
After a high school senior working on his pilot’s license rescues a dog named Oreo, he finds out his mom is a CIA agent who’s been captured. He teams up with Oreo and a new friend to find his mother and uncover double agents inside the CIA.
IMDB Rating: 3.3
IMDB Votes: 157
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 109 min
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Rescue Dogs (2016)
Plot Summary:
Tracy and his rescue dog Charger have to foil the plans of an Evil Businessman who wants to knock over their beach restaurant in order to build his golf course. With help from his brother, Tracy tries to meet the bills, manage the kitchen (where Charger helps cook!) and still find time to fall in love with the beautiful dancer, Bridgette. Through a comedy of errors and mishaps, the humans find they themselves can be rescued by their very own rescue animals.
IMDB Rating: 5.9
IMDB Votes: 82
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 87 min
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Sox: A Family's Best Friend (2013)
Plot Summary:
A new family is having difficulty adjusting, when an adorable dog comes into their life. Once his special powers are discovered, the local dog catcher and the (F.B.D.I) Federal Bureau of Dog Investigation will stop at nothing to get him.
IMDB Rating: 5.2
IMDB Votes: 102
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 85 min
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Summerdog (1977)
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In this heart-tugging kids movie, a vacationing family finds an abandoned mutt and kindly decide to name him Hobo and take him to their home in the big city. When their wicked landlord finds out about the pooch, he threatens to boot them out. Fortunately, Hobo helps to prove that the landlord isn't quite what he seems and manages to protect his newly adopted family.
IMDB Rating: 4.4
IMDB Votes: 58
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
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Bark Ranger (2015)
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Two kids and their trusty dog, Ranger, stumble across a treasure map while playing in an abandoned ranger station. They set out on the adventure of a lifetime in search of a forgotten gold mine, but things take a turn for the worst when they come across a pair of bumbling crooks hiding out from the police.
IMDB Rating: 3.9
IMDB Votes: 184
Genere: Family
Country: USA, Canada
Duration: 90 min
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Doggie Tails, Vol. 1: Lucky's First Sleep-Over (2003)
Plot Summary:
It's Lucky's first night away from home and it's scary... Until her kennel friends show her that a little independence can be Big Doggie Fun!.
IMDB Rating: 5.4
IMDB Votes: 87
Genere: Short, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 32 min
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An Easter Bunny Puppy (2013)
Plot Summary:
A Mystery writer is not thrilled when she's assigned to write a children's book, "An Easter Bunny Puppy." Out of ideas, she asks her daughter for help. Meanwhile, her dog, RUSS, the narrator of the story, digs up a priceless Faberge egg buried in the woods and takes it home with him, unaware that he's trailing a thief who stole the egg.
IMDB Rating: 2.5
IMDB Votes: 189
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
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My Dog, My Happiness (2011)
Plot Summary:
Inu o Kau to Iu Koto is a Japanese television series which premiered on TV Asahi on April 15, 2011. Its full title is The Story of Keeping a Dog〜180 Days of a Dog Named "Sky" Stayed in our Home〜.
IMDB Rating: 6.2
IMDB Votes: 16
Genere: Family
Country: Japan
Duration: 60 min
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White Fang (1993)
Plot Summary:
White Fang was a 1993 television series loosely based on a novel by Jack London. During its single season 26 episodes were produced. It tells the story of young Matt Scott who adopts a wolf/dog named Fang who continually saves him from bad situations.
IMDB Rating: 5.8
IMDB Votes: 160
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: Canada, France, New Zealand
Duration: 26 min
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R.A.D.A.R.: The Adventures of the Bionic Dog (2023)
Plot Summary:
Gabe and Kylie hunt for lost pirate treasure, hoping to bring tourists to their sleepy Florida town — and save Gabe’s mom’s diner. When they find a precious sapphire, they’re helped by R.A.D.A.R., a clever dog who’s actually a robot! But the mad scientist who invented the treasure-hunting dog wants to steal him back — along with the town’s famous sapphire! Can Gabe and Kylie protect the dog, guard the jewel, and save the town?.
IMDB Rating: 4.9
IMDB Votes: 63
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 85 min
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All About My Dog (2005)
Plot Summary:
A series of short stories all about dogs.
IMDB Rating: 6.8
IMDB Votes: 201
Genere: Drama, Family
Country: Japan
Duration: 96 min
Plot tags: tear jerker, tearjerker
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You Lucky Dog (1998)
Plot Summary:
A man leaves his fortune to his dog.
IMDB Rating: 4.6
IMDB Votes: 792
Genere: Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Mystery
Country: USA
Duration: 89 min
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Dogtown 2 (2022)
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It's election time in Dogtown and longtime Mayor Jack Russel has his nose fixed on a fourth term. But Barney Lockjaw plots to take over the junkyard. Will Dogtown stop Barney Lockjaws before it's too late? Find out in Dogtown 2.
IMDB Rating: 4.3
IMDB Votes: 42
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 62 min
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Pop Star Puppy (2015)
Plot Summary:
Twelve-year-old Austin Brown's dad is deploying for Afghanistan again, hoping to make it home in time for Christmas. Before he leaves, he gets Austin a puppy named Dino.
IMDB Rating: 5.1
IMDB Votes: 52
Genere: Family
Country: Canada
Duration: 82 min
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Where the Red Fern Grows: Part Two (1992)
Plot Summary:
An embittered WWII veteran returns to his grandfather's home in the Louisiana woods. The old man helps his grandson readjust by giving him two hound dog puppies to care for.
IMDB Rating: 5.1
IMDB Votes: 277
Genere: Drama, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 93 min
Plot tags: independent film
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A Doggone Christmas (2016)
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When the CIA discovers a cute orphan puppy with amazing telepathic abilities, the powers-that-be in Washington immediately lock him down and plan on forcing the poor dog to become a covert secret weapon. But fate steps in and frees the pint-sized Jack Russel Terrier from government clutches.
IMDB Rating: 4.2
IMDB Votes: 230
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 82 min
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Santa's Summer House (2012)
Plot Summary:
A dense fog falls over Southern California, sending a group of discontent vacationers to a mysterious island occupied by a jolly old soul whose Christmas magic works all year round. Before this trip is over, each of the weary travelers learn to see their lives through a more optimistic lens. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi.
IMDB Rating: 2.4
IMDB Votes: 526
Genere: Family, Fantasy
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
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Here Comes Kalle (2006)
Plot Summary:
Da kommt Kalle is a German television series.
IMDB Rating: 6.1
IMDB Votes: 51
Genere: Crime, Family
Country: Germany
Duration: 45 min
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Zoey to the Max (2015)
Plot Summary:
After running away and finally finding her dream forever home, 13 year old foster kid Zoey Manning suddenly finds herself in a fight to protect her new family and their beloved dog Max.
IMDB Rating: 5.2
IMDB Votes: 454
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 86 min
Plot tags: captivating, tense, sincere, unusual plot structure, contemplative
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Marshall's Miracle (2015)
Plot Summary:
A 13-year-old boy becomes the target of bullies at his new school and is feeling hopeless, until he finds Marshall being caged up by a dog-hoarder in deplorable conditions. Finn knows he must rescue Marshall, but he has been abused by the other dogs and needs to see the vet right away. The bond of friendship is immediate.
IMDB Rating: 5.4
IMDB Votes: 264
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
Plot tags: psychological, captivating, disturbing
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Tiger (1997)
Plot Summary:
Josh Baker is the youngest son of the rambunctious but loving Baker family who live in a sunny beach side California suburb. He is constantly teased by his brother John and his sisters Erica and Lisa, misunderstood by his parents Andrea and Rick, and taunted by bullies Benjamin and Trevor. He dreams of having a true friend of his own. He wants a pet dog, but his father won't allow it. While playing one day, Josh finds a young puppy who has been separated from his family. Josh adopts the dog and names him Tiger. His parents object, but the kids want him too much for them to say no. Although Tiger doesn't fetch or sit up, he does what no other dog can do . . . he talks to Josh. Of course, when Josh tells his friends about his "talking dog," the whole neighborhood thinks Josh is kooky. When the neighborhood bullies kidnap Tiger, everything changes. What happens next will delight the whole family. What started out as a boy's dream of having his own pet, becomes the adventure of a lifetime.
IMDB Rating: 5.8
IMDB Votes: 71
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 88 min
Plot tags: suspense, independent film
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Paws P.I. (2018)
Plot Summary:
A boy determined to save his father's failing private detective business enlists the help of his pet dog and parrot...who talk. Together they will try to take down the town's tyrannical tycoon who's determined to stop a mansion from being turned into an animal rescue.
IMDB Rating: 4.3
IMDB Votes: 618
Genere: Action, Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 86 min
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Christmas All Over Again (2016)
Plot Summary:
A mischievous, swag-obsessed boy must overcome his inner Scrooge, or remain caught in a cycle where everyday is a Christmas without presents.
IMDB Rating: 3.7
IMDB Votes: 313
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 78 min
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The Three Dogateers (2014)
Plot Summary:
When a couple of burglars make off with their family's presents and decorations, the Three Dogateers set off on a journey to sniff out the bad guys and save Christmas!.
IMDB Rating: 2.9
IMDB Votes: 319
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 88 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, semi serious, captivating, entertaining, light, touching
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Santa Stole Our Dog: A Merry Doggone Christmas! (2017)
Plot Summary:
On a snowy and cold Christmas Eve, Santa Claus accidentally steals the family Dog. So begins an epic journey through the twelve days of Christmas as the family ventures to the North Pole to get their beloved canine back.
IMDB Rating: 4.4
IMDB Votes: 193
Genere: Family
Country: Canada
Duration: 94 min
Plot tags:
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The Dog Who Saved Easter (2014)
Plot Summary:
It's Easter and everyone's favorite K-9 is back! The Bannisters are heading out on a family cruise and sending Zeus to doggie day care. Everything is going according to plan, until the daycare's crosstown rival hires a trio of crooks to sabotage the fledgling business. Zeus will make some new friends and new enemies as he uses all his tricks to save the daycare and Easter!.
IMDB Rating: 3.8
IMDB Votes: 284
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 87 min
Plot tags: humorous, light, captivating, feel good, entertaining, exciting
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The Dog Who Saved Halloween (2011)
Plot Summary:
Zeus (voiced by Joey Lawrence) and the Bannister family have moved into a new home just in time for Halloween! When Zeus and George (Gary Valentine of "The King of Queens") decide to investigate a creepy neighbor (Lance Henriksen of Aliens), they discover a scary dog (voiced by Mayim Bialik of "Blossom" and "The Big Bang Theory"), a haunted house and form a surprising partnership with a familiar pair of bumbling burglars (Dean Cain and Joey "Coco" Diaz). Can Zeus bust some ghosts, find a missing cat and face his biggest fear, all in time to go trick or treating? Elisa Donovan ("Sabrina the Teenage Witch") and Curtis Armstrong (Revenge of the Nerds) star in this all-new thrills & chills adventure from the creators of The Dog Who Saved Christmas and The Dog Who Saved Christmas Vacation.
IMDB Rating: 4.0
IMDB Votes: 483
Genere: Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 85 min
Plot tags: humorous, feel good, captivating, light, semi serious
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Aussie and Ted's Great Adventure (2009)
Plot Summary:
Aussie, a lovable Australian mutt, embarks on a mission to return his young owner's missing Teddy Bear.
IMDB Rating: 5.1
IMDB Votes: 217
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 89 min
Plot tags: semi serious, sincere, humorous, captivating
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A Belle for Christmas (2014)
Plot Summary:
Family film about a pair of children whose father's girlfriend has kidnapped their dog. Dean Cain stars as Glenn Barrows, a recent widower doing his best to raise his young kids Elliot and Phoebe, who really miss their mother. Things start to look up when the Barrows adopt an adorable puppy named Belle during the holiday season. Just as the healing seems to have begun, Glenn's dog-hating, gold-digging new girlfriend spoils their newfound happiness by sending Belle away. Will the young kids pull off a daring Christmas Eve rescue of their beloved new pet? Haylie Duff co-stars in this heartwarming comedy about family, friendship, and a four-legged holiday miracle.
IMDB Rating: 4.7
IMDB Votes: 557
Genere: Comedy, Drama, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 91 min
Plot tags: light, touching, feel good, sweet, emotional
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The Dog Who Saved Christmas Vacation (2010)
Plot Summary:
The Bannister family including former K-9 police hero Zeus (voiced by Mario López) is back, and this time they're spending their holidays at a beautiful Rocky Mountain resort. But toss in an unexpected visit from cocky Uncle Randy (Casper Van Dien of 'Watch Over Me' and 'The Curse of King Tut's Tomb') and his foxy poodle Bella (voiced by Paris Hilton) and a familiar pair of bumbling jewel thieves (led by Dean Cain of 'Lois & Clark: The New Adventure of Superman' and 'The Dog Who Saved Christmas') and this holiday may be headed downhill fast! Can Zeus solve the crime, save Bella and hit the slopes, all in time for Christmas Day? Gary Valentine ('King of Queens') and Elisa Donovan ('Sabrina the Teenage Witch' and 'Clueless') co-star in the all-new four-legged family adventure!.
IMDB Rating: 3.7
IMDB Votes: 467
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 89 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, semi serious, light, touching, slapstick