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My Ghost Dog

  • TV Movie
  • 1997
  • G
  • 1h 30m
IMDb RATING
4.8/10
277
YOUR RATING
Bryan Mendez in My Ghost Dog (1997)
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ComedyFamilyFantasy

He's cute, he's furry and he's completely invisible - except to Toby, his 8 year old best friend. His name is Lucky, The Magic Dog. When Toby's evil Aunt Violet tries to steal Toby's inherit... Read allHe's cute, he's furry and he's completely invisible - except to Toby, his 8 year old best friend. His name is Lucky, The Magic Dog. When Toby's evil Aunt Violet tries to steal Toby's inheritance, Lucky tries to wreck her nasty scheme.He's cute, he's furry and he's completely invisible - except to Toby, his 8 year old best friend. His name is Lucky, The Magic Dog. When Toby's evil Aunt Violet tries to steal Toby's inheritance, Lucky tries to wreck her nasty scheme.

  • Director
    • John Putch
  • Writer
    • Hamilton Underwood
  • Stars
    • Leo Milbrook
    • Bryan Mendez
    • Jessica Knoblauch
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    4.8/10
    277
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • John Putch
    • Writer
      • Hamilton Underwood
    • Stars
      • Leo Milbrook
      • Bryan Mendez
      • Jessica Knoblauch
    • 6User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Leo Milbrook
    • Chet
    Bryan Mendez
    • Toby
    Jessica Knoblauch
    Jessica Knoblauch
    • Phoebe
    Sarah Tinnon
    • Sam
    Russ Tamblyn
    Russ Tamblyn
    • Vito
    Kate Doughan
    • Aunt Violet
    John Ermin
    • Harry
    Jerry Turner
    • Larry
    John Phillip Law
    John Phillip Law
    • Peter Avelino
    J.C. Richards
    • Officer Nelson
    Sharon Alsina
    • Greta
    T.L. Brooke
    • Wanda
    Robert Lepucki
    • Goatee Waiter
    Michael Pizzuto
    • Spit take guy
    Jerry P. Jacobs
    Jerry P. Jacobs
    • Guy Who Killed Lucky
    • (as Jake)
    • …
    John Putch
    John Putch
    • 'Pasta Talk' Host
    • (as Putch)
    Tony Friedman
    • Rude Mover #1
    Matthew Herron
    • Rude Mover #2
    • (as Mathew Herron)
    • Director
      • John Putch
    • Writer
      • Hamilton Underwood
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews6

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    3Hayden-86055

    Odd

    Poorly acted, poorly directed and poorly shot. The plot had so many tangents I wasn't even sure what was meant to be the main focus and large chunks of it made zero sense.

    That being said the film was an absolute laugh throughout through sheer nonsensical ridiculousness alone!

    3/10: Thoroughly entertaining but not very good.
    5sandlot1992

    a Decent, Cheesy Yet Okay Family Film

    If your a Dog Lover, I would recommend to check this one out . and of course the story is okay since this is like the Family-Friendly version of "Ghost" (1990) but without the swearing and the funeral that was never shown in this movie like all Family Films from the past, the characters are alright and one of these 2 boys who we're hired by this boy's wicked rich-snob Aunt look a bit like 16 year olds. then the Dog talks after he became a ghost and no know knows who voiced this dog since he sounds like Yogi Bear in todays standards. so i recommend your children to watch this once if there Dog Lovers themselves despite this film being so cheesy!
    2madonna_x_o

    Pass the cheese, please

    This is quite possibly one of THE worst attempts at acting that I've ever witnessed. I'm not sure they could've acted cheesier if they tried lol. The plot WOULD have been pretty good otherwise. Props to the beautiful dog for being the lead.. until they added a terrible voice-over! I vote for a re-make.
    7kgainsss

    This family film is adorable!

    This is a very touching story that contains drama, love and humor. It's about a boy who has a dog that meets an untimely end when he is struck by a car (shown off-screen so it's OK for the kids). The dog is the same one that starred in "Fluke". The boy has to cope with his loss... and as the title suggests, the dog comes back as a ghost to help the boy and his family. Good humor and some slapstick.
    JayD7217

    Magic Dog = Magic Fun

    Quite possibly one of the best magical animal movies ever made!!! With mischief and mayhem you be laughing and crying. One can only dream of creating such an epic film full of family fun. If only my deceased pet's ghost would come back to me and help me solve custody battles over my step dad and evil aunt. Frankly,I would be in heaven because I would be living the dream of being warped up in sticky situation full of hilarious antics and fabulous stereotypes of Italians and the obese. This "magic dog" will not only leave you wanting more but will magically win your heart over. One can only imagine what the sequels might hold in store for this dog and boy duo. I'm on pins and needles. I can only sum up this movie in one word.... WOWSOME.

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    • Quotes

      Toby: Why is Aunt Violet making such a big stink about me living with you?

      Chet: Oh, I don't know, but in the two years since your mom has died, Aunt Violet has run out of people to pester. It's just our turn.

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      Hoolahoops provided by: Hudsucker Industries
    • Connections
      Featured in Tommy and the Cool Mule (2009)

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    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • My Magic Dog
    • Production companies
      • DonKey Productions
      • Royal Oaks Entertainment Inc.
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 30m(90 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Ultra Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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