---
title: "C.H.O.M.P.S."
year: 1979
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/c-h-o-m-p-s-1979"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 77593
imdb_id: "tt0078924"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 5.0
vote_count: 22
content_rating: "PG"
---

# C.H.O.M.P.S. (1979) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/c-h-o-m-p-s-1979

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: C.H.O.M.P.S.
Year: 1979
Release Date (US): 12/21/1979
Rating: PG
Genres: Family, Comedy, Science Fiction
Runtime: 1h 29m
Synopsis: A young man invents a robot dog that has super strength, x-ray vision and can detect crimes being committed. A greedy businessman tries to steal the boy's invention from him.
Tagline: When it comes to home security, he's the top dog!
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        C.H.O.M.P.S. is a 1979 film categorized under the genres of family, comedy, and science fiction. Released in the United

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | The Roku Channel, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Don Chaffey
- **Networks / Studios**: Hanna-Barbera Cartoons, American International Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Wesley Eure** as *Brian Foster*
- **Valerie Bertinelli** as *Casey Norton*
- **Conrad Bain** as *Ralph Norton*
- **Chuck McCann** as *Brooks*
- **Red Buttons** as *Bracken*
- **Larry Bishop** as *Ken Sharp*
- **Hermione Baddeley** as *Mrs. Fowler*
- **Jim Backus** as *Mr. Gibbs*
- **Robert Q. Lewis** as *Merkle*
- **Austin Willis** as *Head Engineer*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch C.H.O.M.P.S. online?
C.H.O.M.P.S. is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is C.H.O.M.P.S. worth watching?
C.H.O.M.P.S. holds a community rating of 5.0/10 based on 22 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Family, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie C.H.O.M.P.S. and when was it released?
C.H.O.M.P.S. is a feature film with a runtime of 89 minutes. It was released in 1979. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed C.H.O.M.P.S.?
C.H.O.M.P.S. was directed by Don Chaffey.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [C.H.O.M.P.S. — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/77593)

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