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Hachi: A Dog's Tale

2009·Movie
1h 33min·G

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Big heart, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension2
  • Fast Pace1
  • Adrenaline0

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy9
  • Family Dynamics9

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy0
  • Wit & Wordplay0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

A real life story, family, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchThought-Provoking

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About

A true story of faith, devotion and undying love.

Professor Wilson discovers a lost Akita puppy on his way home. Despite objections from his wife, Hachi endears himself to the family and grows to be Parker's loyal companion. As their bond grows deeper, a beautiful relationship unfolds.
Heartbreaking True StoryDog LoyaltyEmotional DramaFamily BondPoignantDevotionTearjerkerLove and LossHuman-Animal Connection

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Hachi: A Dog's Tale legally?

You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Hachi: A Dog's Tale worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 8.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 64%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Hachi: A Dog's Tale rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is Hachi: A Dog's Tale?

1 h 33 min

Hachi: A Dog's Tale runs 1 h 33 min.

Is Hachi: A Dog's Tale based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Hachi: A Dog's Tale?

Critics64
Audiences83

Not quite. Audiences rate Hachi: A Dog's Tale higher (83) than critics (64). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Hachi: A Dog's Tale a box office hit?

Budget$16 million
Box office$47 million

Yes. It cost about $16 million to make and earned $47 million worldwide, 2.9 times its budget.

What language is Hachi: A Dog's Tale in?

EnglishJapanese

It was made in English, with some Japanese. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Hachi: A Dog's Tale?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Hachi: A Dog's Tale in 64 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Hachi: A Dog's Tale use?

Animals See in MonochromeSetting UpdateMagical AsianLoyal Animal CompanionLighter and SofterReal-Person EpilogueTastes Like FriendshipBittersweet EndingSmelly SkunkMy Life Flashed Before My EyesUndying LoyaltyNo Antagonistand 9 more

TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for Hachi: A Dog's Tale, including Animals See in Monochrome, Setting Update, Magical Asian.