Summaries

A heart felt tale about a boy and his dog who set out to solve the death of the young boy's father.

Details

Keywords
  • death
  • one word title
  • animal character name as title
  • dog movie
  • marlowe the dog character
Genres
  • Adventure
  • Comedy
  • Fantasy
  • Crime
  • Family
Release date Aug 7, 2008
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) PG
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Filming locations Los Angeles, California, USA
Production companies Maple Island Films Dog Productions

Box office

Budget $300000

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 30m
Color Color
Aspect ratio

Synopsis

Ever since Robby's father was killed while on police duty, Robby has been angry and alone. His father's old partner, a police dog named Marlowe, suffers the same fate. So when Robby sees Marlowe alone and locked up in a cage he begs his mum to let him have him. Instantly, the two are best friends. But, being a cop dog, when Marlowe, sees two familiar criminals in the woods (the same two crooks Robby's father was investigating when he died) Marlowe immediately chases them, right into a busy street.By the time Robby and his best friend Deb catch up, it's too late. Marlowe has been hit by a speeding car. Devastated, Robby slips back into a reclusive state. But later that night, Robby hears barking outside. When he goes to investigate, he sees Marlowe. Soon, Robby learns Marlowe has come back as a ghost. The Cop Dog has unfinished business to take care of. His new mission is to help Robby find the two crooks and solve the mystery of the death of Robby's father. [D-Man2010]

A pooch with a nose for crime-solving helps his young master find out what happened to his dad. House-trained, family-friendly and born on the right side of cute, this warm and lively kids' adventure deserves a place in everyone's basket. [D-Man2010]

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