---
title: "Gooby"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/gooby-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 21293
imdb_id: "tt1132588"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 99
community_rating: 3.1
vote_count: 27
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Gooby (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/gooby-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Wilson Coneybeare
- **Networks / Studios**: Coneybeare Stories Inc.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Robbie Coltrane** as *Gooby (voice)*
- **David James Elliott** as *Jack Dandridge*
- **Ingrid Kavelaars** as *Elize*
- **Eugene Levy** as *Mr Nerdlinger*
- **Matthew Knight** as *Willy*
- **Derek Scott** as *Gooby*
- **Mary Haney** as *Mrs. Williams*
- **Martin Roach** as *Younger Cop*
- **Len Doncheff** as *Mr. Ogilvey*
- **Paula Boudreau** as *Mrs. Deacon*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Gooby online?
Gooby is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: 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.

### Q: 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.

### Q: Who directed Gooby?
Gooby was directed by Wilson Coneybeare.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Gooby — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/21293)
- [Gooby (2009) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1132588/fullcredits/)
- [Gooby - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gooby)
- [Gooby (2009) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/21293-gooby/cast)
- [Gooby (2009) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/gooby/credits)
- [Full cast of Gooby (Movie, 2009) - MovieMeter.com](https://www.moviemeter.com/movies/family/gooby/cast)

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