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Dog on Trial

2024·Movie
1h 20min·NR
IMDb6.0Rotten Tomatoes79%–

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Dog on Trial fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Hopeful and cathartic

  • Hopefulness7
  • Catharsis7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

Some sharp wit and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody5
  • Situational Comedy4

World

Everyday modern life, mystery, and politics

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Avril, an idealistic lawyer dedicated to lost causes, agrees to defend Cosmos, a dog that has bitten three people, leading to the first canine trial. She has no choice but to win the case, as otherwise, her unusual client will be put down.
Canine Legal DramaEccentric CharactersPhilosophical ComedyAnimal RightsSocial SatireQuirky CourtroomDog TrialUnderdog StoryFrench Cinema

Crew

Directed by:
Laetitia Dosch, Elise Lahouassa
Written by:
Laetitia Dosch, Baya Kasmi, Delphine Gleize
Produced by:
Agnieszka Ramu, Lionel Baier, Mathieu Verhaeghe
Composed by:
David Sztanke, Stéphane Thiébaut, Raphaël Sohier

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Dog on Trial

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Dog on Trial legally?

PrimeThe RokuHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsFawesomeTubi TV

Dog on Trial is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Dog on Trial worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6 and Rotten Tomatoes 79%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Dog on Trial rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Dog on Trial?

1 h 20 min

Dog on Trial runs 1 h 20 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Dog on Trial?

Critics79
Audiences60

Not quite. Critics rate Dog on Trial higher (79) than audiences (60). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Dog on Trial in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France, Switzerland.

In how many countries can I watch Dog on Trial?

15ATAUBECACHDEESFRINJPLUMXPLPT+1

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dog on Trial in 15 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.