First Dog (2011)
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53% of users liked it
(426 ratings)
The story begins when "The First Dog," Teddy, is accidentally left behind after the President appears at a dedication ceremony. Thousands of miles from home, the dog is found by a young boy, Danny Milbright, who discovers that Teddy belongs to the President of the United States - but no… More The story begins when "The First Dog," Teddy, is accidentally left behind after the President appears at a dedication ceremony. Thousands of miles from home, the dog is found by a young boy, Danny Milbright, who discovers that Teddy belongs to the President of the United States - but no one believes him. And so begins an exciting road adventure filled with hardships, friendships and suspense, as Danny runs away from his foster home to return The First Dog to the White House -- because, "It's the right thing to do!" --(c) Official Site
- Directed By
- Bryan Michael Stoller
- Genres
- Kids & Family
- In Theaters
- Jul 1, 2011 Limited
Critic Reviews
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Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times
Dolly Parton provides three original songs that suitably match this spottily acted picture's corn and treacle.
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Bill Goodykoontz, Arizona Republic
"First Dog" is a well-meaning movie with the purest of intentions. It's just not particularly good.
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Brian Costello, Common Sense Media
Ludicrous dog romp, with some violence, consumerism.
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