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A Dog Named Christmas

2009·Movie
1h 35min
72
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5
IMDb7.5

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Calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension2
  • Fast Pace2
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Family and everyday modern life

  • Rewatchability6
  • World Immersion5
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting5
  • Narrative Structure5
  • Character Depth5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition6
  • Music Centrality5
  • Cinematography4

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

A developmentally challenged young man with a penchant for caring for animals in need sets out to convince his family - and their whole rural community - to participate in a local shelter's inaugural "Adopt a Dog for Christmas Program."
Heartwarming Holiday DramaFamily-Friendly InspirationalCommunity SpiritAnimal AdvocacyGentle ComedyFeel-Good CinemaSmall-Town CharmEmotional Uplift

Crew

Directed by:
Peter Werner
Written by:
Jenny Wingfield

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream A Dog Named Christmas legally?

fuboTVPhiloHooplaHallmark+Hallmark TV

A Dog Named Christmas is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Philo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. 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 Named Christmas worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is A Dog Named Christmas?

1 h 35 min

A Dog Named Christmas runs 1 h 35 min.

What language is A Dog Named Christmas in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch A Dog Named Christmas?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for A Dog Named Christmas in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.