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A Boy and His Dog (1946)

Movie ★ 5.9 21 min

Drama Family

11 year old Davy discovers that a chained gentle dog, Buck, is badly wounded around the neck because of the thick, tight collar he is made to constantly wear by his unfeeling owner. When Buck comes through the fence and becomes stuck, Davy removes the collar. Even though the boy tells him to stay in his owner's yard, the dog follows him home.

LeRoy Prinz Director

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Released
December 26, 1946
Runtime
21 min
IMDb
tt0038379
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Cast

Billy Sheffield Billy Sheffield Davy Allen Harry Davenport Harry Davenport Squire Jim Kirby Dorothy Adams Dorothy Adams Mrs. Allen Russell Simpson Russell Simpson Mr. Thornycroft Eddy Waller Eddy Waller Sheriff Kelly Truman Bradley Truman Bradley Narrator (voice) (uncredited) Heinie Conklin Heinie Conklin Townsman at Meeting (uncredited) Morgan Flowers Townsman (uncredited) Jack Mower Jack Mower Store Owner Tom Belcher (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is A Boy and His Dog about?
11 year old Davy discovers that a chained gentle dog, Buck, is badly wounded around the neck because of the thick, tight collar he is made to constantly wear by his unfeeling owner. When Buck comes through the fence and becomes stuck, Davy removes the collar. Even though the boy tells him to stay in his owner's yard, the dog follows him home.
Who directed A Boy and His Dog?
A Boy and His Dog was directed by LeRoy Prinz.
Who stars in A Boy and His Dog?
A Boy and His Dog stars Billy Sheffield, Harry Davenport, Dorothy Adams, Russell Simpson.
When was A Boy and His Dog released?
A Boy and His Dog is a 1946 drama, family film.
Where can I watch A Boy and His Dog?
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