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Air Bud (1997)

โ€œHe Sits. He Stays. He Shoots. He Scores.โ€

5.6/10 ยท 534 votes 1h 38m pg ComedyFamily

#103 of 113 films from 1997 #2657 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Charles Martin Smith ยท Written by Paul Tamasy, Aaron Mendelsohn

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Overview

A lonely boy befriends a stray dog who has a natural talent for basketball and together they experience the highs and lows of life as their friendship remains solid through a series of escapades.

Cast

Kevin Zegersas Josh Framm
Wendy Makkenaas Jackie Framm
Michael Jeteras Norm Snively
Bill Cobbsas Arthur Chaney
Eric Christmasas Judge Cranfield
Brendan Fletcheras Larry Willingham
Norman Browningas Buck Willingham
Jay Brazeauas Referee 1
Nicola Cavendishas Principal Pepper
Stephen E. Milleras Coach Barker
Shayn Solbergas Tom
Chris Turneras Greg
Christine Kennedyas Melissa
Frank C. Turneras Bailiff

Facts

Release dateAugust 1, 1997
Runtime98 min (1h 38m) โ€” shorter as the 1997 average of 109 min
GenresComedy, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$3,000,000
Box office$23,144,499 (7.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0118570

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Questions

How long is Air Bud?
Air Bud runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Is Air Bud worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.6/10 across 534 votes, which places it #103 of 113 films released in 1997 in this index (top 10%) and #2657 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Air Bud?
Air Bud was directed by Charles Martin Smith. Other well-rated titles by the same director: A Dog's Way Home (2019), Dolphin Tale (2011).
Who stars in Air Bud?
Kevin Zegers as Josh Framm; Wendy Makkena as Jackie Framm; Michael Jeter as Norm Snively; Bill Cobbs as Arthur Chaney; Eric Christmas as Judge Cranfield; Brendan Fletcher as Larry Willingham.
What is Air Bud rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Air Bud?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/43812.

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