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Firehouse Dog (2007)

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Reviews Counted:79

Fresh:31

Rotten:48

Average Rating:4.9/10

Consensus: Firehouse Dog’s cute premise is ruined with endless fart and poop jokes, and an overlong run time.

Rated: PG [See Full Rating] for sequences of action peril, some mild crude humor and language

Runtime: 1 hr 51 mins

Genre: Childrens

Theatrical Release:Apr 4, 2007 Wide

Box Office: $13,881,654

Synopsis: Rex, Hollywood's top-grossing canine, is known for his extreme athletic abilities and diva-like demeanor. His perks package, rivaling that of any A-list celebrity, includes Kobe beef, a poodle... Rex, Hollywood's top-grossing canine, is known for his extreme athletic abilities and diva-like demeanor. His perks package, rivaling that of any A-list celebrity, includes Kobe beef, a poodle harem, and a diamond collar. Rex’s luck – and Hollywood high life – runs out while shooting a commercial; an aerial stunt goes awry, leading Rex’s handlers to presume he’s dead. But Rex is merely lost – alone, filthy and unrecognizable in an unfamiliar city. Chased by animal control, he takes refuge in grubby abandoned lofts, a far cry from his former luxurious lifestyle. Shane Fahey (Josh Hutcherson), a bright but rebellious 12-year-old, has exasperated his father Connor (Bruce Greenwood) for the umpteenth time. A single parent and captain of the rundown inner city fire station known as Dogpatch, Connor is charged with inspiring the sad-sack company: veteran and firehouse cook Joe Musto (Bill Nunn), the super-fit and strong-willed mother hen Pepita “Pep” Clemente (Mayte Garcia), the exhausted family-man Lionel Bradford (Scotch Ellis Loring), and the calendar-worthy rookie Terence Kahn (Teddy Sears). The team is still coping with the recent loss of their former captain, Connor’s brother. Shane is also troubled by his uncle’s death, and he’s been acting out by ditching school. As Connor reprimands Shane for his unruly behavior, Dogpatch gets a call to put out a blaze tearing through the lofts where Rex has been hiding Trapped on the loft’s burning roof, Rex makes a death-defying leap and is rescued by Connor. Once they are safe on the ground, Shane is tasked with finding the mutt’s owner. The pompous, fastidious Rex and the troubled, messy Shane immediately clash. Unaware of Rex’s true identity, Shane becomes his reluctant new master. But his attitude changes when he discovers Rex’s spectacular skills, which the firefighters put to use during rescue calls. Inspired by the dog’s talent and courage, Dogpatch makes Rex its mascot. It’s just the boost the company needs – and what Shane and Connor need to help bring them together. But Rex’s fame has drawn the attention of his Hollywood handlers who want him back – while father and son face a deadly challenge from an unexpected source. -- © 20th Century Fox [More]

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, Bruce Greenwood, Bree Turner, Dash Mihok

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, Bruce Greenwood, Bree Turner, Dash Mihok, Steven Culp, Mayte Garcia, Bill Nunn

Director: Todd Holland

Director: Todd Holland
Screenwriter: Mike Werb, Claire-Lee Lim, Michael Colleary
Producer: Michael Colleary, Mike Werb
Composer: Jeff Cardoni
Studio: 20th Century Fox

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  • Rex, Hollywood's top K-9 star, gets lost and is reluctantly adopted by a young boy. His father, fire chief of a rundown station agrees to the adoption only if his defiant son takes care of the K-9. Little do they realize Rexx will not only bring them closer but also bring some much-needed faith back to the fire station.
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    Reviews for Firehouse Dog

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    Full Review Source: Boston Phoenix | comment Comment
    04/23/09
    Tom Meek
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    Full Review Source: Hollywood.com | comment Comment
    11/20/08
    Michael Szymanski
    Michael Szymanski
    Hollywood.com

    A quietly moving story about a single Father and his Son. This decent film gets better as you watch it.

    Full Review Source: Spectrum (St. George, Utah) | comment Comment
    01/04/08
    Bruce Bennett
    Bruce Bennett
    Spectrum (St. George, Utah)

    Equal parts dog adventure and father-son tale.

    Full Review Source: Common Sense Media | comment Comment
    10/31/07
    Sandie Angulo Chen
    Sandie Angulo Chen
    Common Sense Media

    The all sub-plot story is a veritable self-help manual for tweenies-a sort of Se7en for ages seven-and-up-with greed, pride, sloth and envy bested by humility, team work and fair play.

    Full Review Source: Little White Lies | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    James Bramble
    James Bramble
    Little White Lies

    Breezy, silly and energetic, this canine frolic won’t win top prize at Crufts, but it should offer an alternative to Pottered-out parents with young pups to please.

    Full Review Source: thelondonpaper | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    Stuart McGurk
    Stuart McGurk
    thelondonpaper

    Take the kids and have a nap in the dull bits.

    Full Review Source: This is London | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    Derek Malcolm
    Derek Malcolm
    This is London

    Firehouse Dog certainly won’t be the hottest thing to hit cinemas this summer.

    Full Review Source: Sun Online | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    Sun Online

    The dog is as cute as you’d expect, while Hutcherson gives a characteristically believable performance. Adults may not be quite as enamoured, but Firehouse Dog should keep them awake to the end

    Full Review Source: Daily Mirror [UK] | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    Daily Mirror [UK]

    Needs hosing down.

    Full Review Source: Daily Mail [UK] | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    Christopher Tookey
    Christopher Tookey
    Daily Mail [UK]

    As well as potty humour, this canine Backdraft has its share of adult moments. Mostly, though, it’s family fun, with Hutcherson showing he’s the go-to kid for sensitive loners.

    Full Review Source: Total Film | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    Neil Smith
    Neil Smith
    Total Film

    It may sound like cute family entertainment, but the dog's no good - he's unappealing and looks depressed.

    Full Review Source: Daily Telegraph | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    Tim Robey
    Tim Robey
    Daily Telegraph

    I myself growled and whimpered like an abused canine after a couple of hours of this sub-Lassie silliness, though the film threw me the occasional choc-drop in the form of a gag.

    Full Review Source: Guardian [UK] | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    Peter Bradshaw
    Peter Bradshaw
    Guardian [UK]

    Todd Holland’s film manipulates the prickly issues with scant regard for emotional credibility. The sentimentality is ghastly, but Rex has his moments.

    Full Review Source: Times [UK] | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    James Christopher
    James Christopher
    Times [UK]

    Welcome emotional gravity.

    Full Review Source: BBC | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    Neil Smith
    Neil Smith
    BBC

    No matter how you hose it down, it's always gonna smell of wet dog.

    Full Review Source: Empire Magazine | comment Comment
    07/20/07
    Alan Morrison
    Alan Morrison
    Empire Magazine

    Enjoyable, well made family drama with strong performances, an engaging plot, impressive action sequences and a decent script.

    Full Review Source: ViewLondon | comment Comment
    07/19/07
    Matthew Turner
    Matthew Turner
    ViewLondon

    Neither memorable nor innovative, Firehouse Dog ekes out success by executing a familiar family film formula faithfully.

    Full Review Source: Apollo Guide | comment Comment
    07/18/07
    Brian Webster
    Brian Webster
    Apollo Guide

    It may not set the box office on fire, but this canine caper is more agreeable than your average underdog tale.

    Full Review Source: Time Out | comment Comment
    07/17/07
    Anna Smith
    Anna Smith
    Time Out

    The strong performances and sharp dialog more than make up for some corny effects.

    Full Review Source: Shadows on the Wall | comment Comment
    07/14/07
    Rich Cline
    Rich Cline
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