Whether you’re enjoying a movie night with your whole family or your pup, here are 34 of the best dog movies of all time for your viewing pleasure.
‘LASSIE COME HOME’ (1943)
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This movie features Lassie, a brave collie, doing everything possible to get home to the beloved family from which she was separated.
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‘LADY AND THE TRAMP’ (1955)
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Watch Tramp (a schnauzer-looking mixed-breed pup) and Lady (a cocker spaniel) frolic, fend off rats and fall in love.
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‘101 DALMATIANS’ (1961)
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For kids who scare easily, pop on the 1961 cartoon made with ink-and-paint animation cels. You don’t want them to be terrified by the live-action version.
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‘BENJI’ (1974)
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There are tons of Benji options to choose from, because this lovable character (played by 4 different mixed-breed dogs over the years) is irresistible.
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‘THE ADVENTURES OF MILO AND OTIS’ (1986)
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It’s about Otis (a pug) tracking down Milo (a tabby), who got swept away down river from the farm they live on.
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‘ALL DOGS GO TO HEAVEN’ (1989)
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This animated comedy-drama is a dog-movie staple. There are wild songs, a German shepherd who comes back to life & the most delicious-looking pizza.
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‘BEETHOVEN’ (1992)
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Who doesn’t love a big, slobbery Saint Bernard winning over a grumpy dad & getting revenge on an evil veterinarian? It’s a great family film.
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‘BALTO’ (1995)
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Based on a true story of a Siberian Husky who kept his team of sled dogs on trail during a blizzard as they transported medicine to stop a deadly diphtheria outbreak.
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‘BEST IN SHOW’ (2000)
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You'll appreciate the lengths to which the characters in this mockumentary go to ensure their dogs win Best in Show at Mayflower Kennel Club Dog Show.
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‘BOLT’ (2008)
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A puppy learns that even if you play a superhero on TV, you have to rely on friendship & quick thinking to save the day in real life.
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‘MARLEY & ME’ (2008)
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Get ready to fall in love with a yellow Lab big-time. Also have tissues ready; it’s based on a memoir, which means things get real.
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‘ISLE OF DOGS’ (2018)
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As a stop-motion animation feature from Wes Anderson, this movie is definitely a delightful stylistic journey.