---
title: "Fido"
year: 2006
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/fido-2006"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 10288
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 92
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Fido (2006) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/fido-2006

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Fido is a 2006 film categorized as horror, comedy, romance, and drama. The story follows Timmy Robinson, whose best friend is a six-foot tall rotting zombie named Fido, and the conflict that arises when Fido eats a neighbor.

Culturally, the film premiered as the Opening Canadian Gala film at the 2006 Toronto International Film Festival and was screened at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival. It is described as a boy-and-his-dog movie intended for grown ups.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A boy struggles to keep his six-foot tall rotting zombie best friend as part of the family."

### Why Watch
- Unique premise featuring a zombie as a family pet
- Blend of horror, comedy, romance, and drama
- Subversive take on the boy-and-his-dog movie genre

### Caveats & Content Note
- The plot involves a zombie eating a neighbor
- Tone & Suitability: This R-rated film blends multiple genres and features a rotting zombie character.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #zombie-comedy, #dark-humor, #boy-and-his-dog-trope, #horror-comedy, #satirical-drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/fido-2006#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Andrew Currie
- **Networks / Studios**: Lions Gate Films, Astral Media, Anagram Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Billy Connolly** as *Fido*
- **Carrie-Anne Moss** as *Helen Robinson*
- **Dylan Baker** as *Bill Robinson*
- **Kesun Loder** as *Timmy Robinson*
- **Henry Czerny** as *Jonathan Bottoms*
- **Tim Blake Nelson** as *Mr. Theopolis*
- **Sonja Bennett** as *Tammy*
- **Alexia Fast** as *Cindy Bottoms*
- **Brandon Olds** as *Stan Fraser*
- **Jennifer Clement** as *Dee Dee Bottoms*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the runtime of Fido?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 32 minutes.

### Q: What is the age rating for the movie?
The film is rated R.

### Q: Where did the film premiere?
Fido premiered at the 2006 Toronto International Film Festival.

### Q: Is Fido a family-friendly movie?
No, it is described as a boy-and-his-dog movie for grown ups and is rated R.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Fido — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/10288)
- [Fido (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fido_(film))
- [Fido (2006) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/222472-fido/prehled/)
- [Fido (2006) Film, Titulky ke stažení, Recenze ČSFD.cz](https://osobnosti.najdise.cz/fido-film-titulky-recenze-csfd-192674)

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