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A Dog of Flanders

1960·Movie
1h 36min
68
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Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3
  • Fast Pace2

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Pathos10
  • Melancholy9
  • Family Dynamics9

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Family and growing up

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Wonderful family entertainment the whole world will love!

The emotional story of a boy, his grandfather, and his dog. The boy's dream of becoming a great classical painter appears shattered when his loving grandfather dies.
Classic TearjerkerAnimal CompanionChildhood InnocenceTragic DramaPoverty & ResilienceUnfulfilled DreamsHeartbreaking StoryFamily BondsHistorical Setting

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream A Dog of Flanders legally?

A Dog of Flanders is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on JustWatch TV, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. 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 A Dog of Flanders worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is A Dog of Flanders rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is A Dog of Flanders?

1 h 36 min

A Dog of Flanders runs 1 h 36 min.

Is A Dog of Flanders based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is A Dog of Flanders in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch A Dog of Flanders?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for A Dog of Flanders in 139 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does A Dog of Flanders use?

Go Out with a SmileTogether in DeathDied Happily Ever AfterHope SpotIf I Were a Rich ManMissing MomHeel RealizationHomeless HeroBad People Abuse AnimalsCanine CompanionHave a Gay Old TimeSpared by the Adaptationand 10 more

TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for A Dog of Flanders, including Go Out with a Smile, Together in Death, Died Happily Ever After.