Gooby 2009
“Because everybody needs a friend.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
- Director
- Wilson Coneybeare
- Network
- Coneybeare Stories Inc.
- Where to Stream
- The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads
What is Gooby?
Topic: Film "Gooby" (2009). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 17, 2009
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada
- Studios
- Coneybeare Stories Inc.
- Budget
- $6,500,000
- Revenue
- $3,234
- Genres
- Family, Comedy, Fantasy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 3.1/10 from 27 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~99 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Coneybeare Stories Inc.
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Topic: Film "Gooby" (2009).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Title: Gooby (also known as A Ted Named Gooby).
Year: 2009.
Genre: Canadian fantasy comedy drama film; Family, Comedy, and Fantasy.
Director/Writer: Wilson Coneybeare.
Cast: Robbie Coltrane (voice of Gooby, a living teddy bear), Matthew Knight (Willy, an 11-year-old boy).
Runtime: 1h 39m.
Plot: Willy is 11 and terrified of moving into a new house because he thinks it has evil space aliens. He wishes for someone to save him. Gooby comes to life as a six-foot tall, loveable, full-size, scraggly, orange, furry creature. Gooby seems more frightened of the world than Willy. They have adventures and learn about friendship. Gooby brings Willy and his dad together.
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of family and comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Gooby worth watching?
Gooby holds a community rating of 3.1/10 based on 27 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Family, Comedy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Gooby and when was it released?
Gooby is a feature film with a runtime of 99 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.
Who directed Gooby?
Gooby was directed by Wilson Coneybeare.
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