Dogs are buddies for life! History knows that and so does our generation. On the screen they have conquered our attention and left us on tears with their loyalty, braveness and, why not, cuteness.
Based on real life stories, here are some inspiring and emotional movies to watch at the comfort of your home. These movies tell stories of real dogs and how they were important in changing people’s lives. So take your blanket, bring your furry buddy closer and enjoy it!
1. Marley & Me (2008)
After their wedding, John and Jenny Grogan moved to South Florida. To test if they are ready to be parents, they decide to adopt a dog. From that moment, part of their life became a newborn yellow labrador retriever named Marley.
Based on: Marley & Me by John Grogan ¦ Directed: David Frankel ¦ Starring: Owen Wilson, Jennifer Aniston ¦ Running Time: 115 minutes ¦ Release Date: December 25, 2008
IMDB Score: 7.1
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2. My Dog Skip (2000)
The story follows the memories of Willie Morris, remembering his childhood and the difficulties he had when he was about to make friends. But after his ninth birthday his life changed, thanks to a present that he got: a Terrier puppy called Skip.
Based on: My Dog Skip by Willie Morris ¦ Directed: Jay Russel ¦ Starring: Frankie Muniz, Diane Lane, Luke Wilson, Kevin Bacon ¦ Running Time: 95 minutes ¦ Release Date: March 3, 2000
IMDB Score: 7.0
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3. Quill, The Life of a Guide Dog (2004)
A Japanese movie about a labrador guide dog that was sent to help Mitsuru Watanabe, a lonely and bad-tempered person who wasn’t so excited about the idea of having help from a dog. After some time, his attitude was changed.
Based on: The Life of Quill, The Seeing-Eye Dog by Ryohei Akimoto and Kengo Ishiguro ¦ Directed: Yoichi Sai ¦ Starring: Kaoru Konayashi, Kippei Shiina, Yukika Sakuratani, Teruyuki Kagawa, Shinobu Terajima ¦ Running Time: 100 minutes ¦ Release Date: March 13, 2004
IMDB Score: 7.2
4. Finding Rin Tin Tin (2007)
This is a Bulgarian-American comedy that tells the story of a legendary German Shepherd. Rin Tin Tin was found before the end of the World War I by American serviceman Lee Duncan. The dog was taken to America and became the hero and star of several movies.
Based on: Historical events ¦ Directed: Danny Lerner ¦ Starring: Tyler Jensen, Ben Cross, Gregory Gudgeon, Steve O’Donnell, William Hope, Todd Jensen ¦ Running Time: 87 minutes ¦ Release Date: August 15, 2007
IMDB Score: 5.1
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5. Hachi: A Dog’s Tale (2009)
This is the remake of the Japanese movie Hachiko Monogatari (1987), following the true story of an Akita dog called Hachiko. Here we have the story of music professor Parker Wilson, who finds an Akita puppy. The dog becomes part of his family and makes a habit to wait for his master at the station every evening, even when the master is no longer alive.
Based on: Hachiko Monogatari by Kaneto Shindo ¦ Directed: Lasse Hallstrom ¦ Starring: Richard Gere, Joan Allen, Erick Avari, Jason Alexander ¦ Running Time: 93 minutes ¦ Release Date: June 8, 2009
IMDB Score: 8.1
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