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A Christmas for Boomer

1979Movie48 min

FamilyTV Movie
89
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8

A wholesome, nostalgic tv movie movie about family and history.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

A sacked maid and butler kidnap a pampered dog and want $20,000 ransom from the rich owner, Lila Manchester. A shaggy dog named Boomer helps save it and becomes a member of the family who originally found him.

Feels like

  • Kidnapping Caper
  • Pampered Pet
  • 1970s Television
  • Family-Friendly
  • Lighthearted Comedy
  • Redemption Story
  • Shaggy Dog
  • Feel-Good Movie

Cast

7 of 7

Crew

Directed by
William Asher
Written by
Bethel Leslie, Gerry Day, Don Balluck
Produced by
A.C. Lyles
Music by
David Michael Frank

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Facts

December 6, 1979 · 48 min · TV Movie, Family, Adventure, Drama

Released
December 6, 1979
Runtime
48 min
Genres
TV Movie, Family, Adventure, Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is A Christmas for Boomer worth watching?"

Questions about A Christmas for Boomer

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is A Christmas for Boomer worth watching?

89
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89 (IMDb 7.8).

Is A Christmas for Boomer okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Can I half-watch A Christmas for Boomer?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.