Owd Bob 1998
“A touching tale about family, friends . . . and dogs”
What is Owd Bob?
Owd Bob is a film first released in 1998. Catalogued under Family.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1998
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 1, 1998
- Studios
- Kingsborough Greenlight Pictures, Isle of Man Film Commission, Fries/Schultz Film Group
- Genres
- Family
- Updated
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Owd Bob is a film first released in 1998. Catalogued under Family. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“An orphan boy and his grandfather bond over a champion sheepdog on the windswept Isle of Man”
- Set on the Isle of Man, providing a distinct rural backdrop
- Features James Cromwell, Colm Meaney, and Jemima Rooper in leading roles
- Explores themes of family and friendship through a dog‑centered story
- Its 1h 45m runtime may feel long for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy gentle family dramas set in a rural island setting.
The film is a family‑friendly drama with mild tension involving nocturnal sheep killings.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Owd Bob (1998)?
It was directed by Rodney Gibbons.
Which actors star in the film?
The film stars James Cromwell, Colm Meaney, and Jemima Rooper.
What source material is the movie based on?
It is based on the 1898 novel Owd Bob by Alfred Ollivant.
Where does the story take place?
The story is set on the Isle of Man.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.