The Plague Dogs 1982
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What is The Plague Dogs?
The Plague Dogs is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Adventure, Animation, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1982
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 103 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 1, 1982
- Studios
- Nepenthe Productions, Goldcrest
- Genres
- Adventure, Animation, Drama
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Overview
The Plague Dogs is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Adventure, Animation, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Nepenthe Productions, Goldcrest. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Two lab‑escaped dogs flee across the countryside while the military hunts them.”
- Atmospheric animation brings the dogs' journey to life
- Thought‑provoking tale about animal testing and survival
- Mature themes may be unsettling for younger viewers
- Pacing can feel slow at times
Watch it if you appreciate emotionally charged animated dramas about animal welfare.
The film includes intense chase scenes and references to disease, making it more appropriate for older children and adults.
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What is the basic premise of The Plague Dogs?
The story follows two dogs, Rowf and Snitter, who escape a research lab and try to survive in the countryside while being pursued.
Who are the main characters?
The central characters are the two dogs, Rowf and Snitter.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is an adventure, animation, and drama film released in 1982.
Is the film suitable for children?
The film’s mature themes and intense scenes make it more suitable for older children and adults.
When was the film released?
The Plague Dogs was released in 1982, with a US release on December 17, 1983.
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