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The Shaggy Dog 2006

“It's going to be a ruff day.”

★ 4.9/10 · 603 votes PG ComedyFamily Released
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What is The Shaggy Dog?

Topic: Film "The Shaggy Dog" (2006). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.

Type
Film
Year
2006
Status
Released
Runtime
98 minutes
Release date
Mar 9, 2006
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Walt Disney Pictures, Mandeville Films, Boxing Cat Films
Budget
$50,000,000
Revenue
$87,134,280
Genres
Comedy, Family
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Streaming Intelligence

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79 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.7/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Family
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Topic: Film "The Shaggy Dog" (2006).
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Source [1]: Title: The Shaggy Dog (2006). Rating: PG. Release Date: 03/10/2006 (US). Genres: Comedy and Family. Runtime: 1h 38m. Synopsis: The tale of a workaholic dad-turned-dog who finds that being man's best friend shows him the most important job - being a great dad.
Source [2]: Remake details: Character named Dave Douglas transforms into a Bearded Collie after getting bitten. (Contrasts with original Wilby Daniels/Old English Sheepdog/magic ring).
Source [3]: Czech title: Chundelatý pes. Rating (Kinobox): 44% (71 people).
Source [4]: Title: The Shaggy Dog (2006).
Title: The Shaggy Dog.
Year: 2006.
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“A workaholic father transforms into a dog and learns what it truly means to be a great dad.”

Reasons to watch
  • Witness a unique transformation where a workaholic father becomes a Bearded Collie.
  • Enjoy a family-friendly comedy with a runtime of one hour and thirty-eight minutes.
  • Explore a story emphasizing the importance of family and fatherhood.
Keep in mind
  • Viewers who dislike supernatural transformation premises or light family comedies may want to skip it.

Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted family comedies about fathers transformed into dogs.

The film maintains a comedic and family-oriented tone suitable for general audiences with a standard feature-length pacing.

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Options to rent or buy the film are listed on major digital platforms.

Is The Shaggy Dog (2006) worth watching?

It is worth watching if you enjoy light family comedies featuring a dad who turns into a Bearded Collie.

What is the runtime of The Shaggy Dog (2006)?

The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-eight minutes.

Is this a remake?

Yes, this 2006 film is a remake featuring Dave Douglas transforming into a Bearded Collie.

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