---
title: "Clifford's Really Big Movie"
year: 2004
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/clifford-s-really-big-movie-2004"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 19016
imdb_id: "tt0398872"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 74
community_rating: 6.2
vote_count: 46
content_rating: "G"
---

# Clifford's Really Big Movie (2004) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/clifford-s-really-big-movie-2004

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Clifford's Really Big Movie is a 2004 American animated adventure comedy film based on the PBS Kids television series Clifford the Big Red Dog, which itself adapts the book series by Norman Bridwell. The story follows Clifford as he fears he costs too much to feed and decides to join a traveling carnival alongside Cleo and T-Bone to enter a talent contest for a lifetime supply of Tummy Yummies treats, meeting characters like Shackleford the High-Flying Ferret and Rodrigo Chihuahua of Steel. 

The film features a notable voice cast including John Ritter, Wayne Brady, Grey DeLisle, Jenna Elfman, John Goodman, Jess Harnell, Kel Mitchell, Judge Reinhold, and Kath Soucie. Released with a G rating and a runtime of approximately one hour and fourteen minutes, it falls squarely into the family, adventure, animation, and comedy categories, offering a lighthearted narrative centered on friendship and teamwork.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Fearing he costs too much to feed, Clifford joins a traveling carnival to win treats."

### Why Watch
- Features voice performances by John Ritter, Wayne Brady, and John Goodman.
- Brings the beloved big red dog from the PBS Kids TV series to the big screen.
- Combines family, adventure, animation, and comedy genres into a concise 1 hour and 13 to 14 minute runtime.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It holds a TMDB user score of 6.2, which is lower than the family genre average.
- Tone & Suitability: The film maintains a family-friendly animated tone with a brisk runtime of just over one hour, making it suitable for kids and family audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #traveling-carnival, #talent-contest, #talking-animals, #animated-adventure, #family-comedy, #big-red-dog

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel | The Roku Channel, Tubi TV | Fandango At Home |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Robert C. Ramirez
- **Networks / Studios**: Big Red Dog Productions, Scholastic Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **John Ritter** as *Clifford the Big Red Dog (voice)*
- **Wayne Brady** as *Shackelford (voice)*
- **Grey DeLisle** as *Emily Elizabeth (voice)*
- **Jenna Elfman** as *Dorothy (voice)*
- **John Goodman** as *George Wolfsbottom (voice)*
- **Jess Harnell** as *Dirk (voice)*
- **Kel Mitchell** as *T-Bone (voice)*
- **Judge Reinhold** as *Larry (voice)*
- **Kath Soucie** as *Jetta / Madison (voice)*
- **Cree Summer** as *Cleo (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Clifford's Really Big Movie?
Streaming availability details can be checked on platforms like The Movie Database or regional OTT services.

### Q: Is Clifford's Really Big Movie worth watching?
It holds a TMDB score of 6.2 out of 10 based on user ratings, making it a modest option for fans of the franchise.

### Q: What is the run time or binge duration?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 13 to 14 minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes to watch first?
This is a feature film rather than a television series, though it is based on the PBS Kids TV series Clifford the Big Red Dog.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Clifford's Really Big Movie — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/19016)
- [Clifford's Really Big Movie - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clifford%27s_Really_Big_Movie)
- [Clifford's Really Big Movie (2004) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0398872/fullcredits/)
- [Clifford's Really Big Movie (2004) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/19016-clifford-s-really-big-movie/cast)
- [Clifford's Really Big Movie (2004) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/cliffords-really-big-movie/credits)

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