---
title: "Rescuing Rex"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/rescuing-rex-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 710721
imdb_id: "tt12406566"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 5.0
vote_count: 1
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Rescuing Rex (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/rescuing-rex-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Rescuing Rex is a 2020 documentary film directed by Leora Eisen. The production was released on May 30, 2020, in Canada and runs for one hour and thirty minutes. The documentary explores the worldwide phenomenon of international dog adoptions, examining a social movement driven by a desire to do good and fueled by puppy pictures on Instagram where millennials bypass breeders to adopt homeless dogs from around the globe. The film features human and canine characters, following stray dogs that have been abandoned, abused, and put on death row as they embark on a remarkable freedom ride to Canada. The narrative takes viewers from the mountains of Taiwan to the tarmac at Toronto, unearthing provocative truths about what this trend means for the animals, their caregivers, and society as animal lovers come to their rescue. The cast includes Sunil Mehta, Angela Parker, and Nicole Simone.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **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 | Hoopla | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Leora Eisen
- **Networks / Studios**: In The Vault Productions, TVO

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Rescuing Rex online?
Rescuing Rex is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Rescuing Rex worth watching?
Rescuing Rex holds a community rating of 5.0/10 based on 1 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Rescuing Rex and when was it released?
Rescuing Rex is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2020. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Rescuing Rex?
Rescuing Rex was directed by Leora Eisen.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Rescuing Rex — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/710721)
- [Rescuing Rex (TV Movie 2020) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12406566/)
- [Rescuing Rex (2020) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/710721-rescuing-rex/cast)
- [Rescuing Rex (2020) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/rescuing-rex/credits)

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