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Space Dogs (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Space Dogs is a 2020 documentary directed by Elsa Kremser and Levin Peter, starring Aleksey Serebryakov as Narrator. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes and earned $776,034 worldwide. Critics gave it 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.

IMDb rating
6.1/10
worldwide gross
$776K
Metascore
53
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Space Dogs (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 31m (91 min)
Directors
Elsa Kremser and Levin Peter
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is Space Dogs About?

The premise of Space Dogs without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

This moving documentary explores the legacy of Laika, the first animal to orbit the Earth, and uses her story as a reflection on courage and perseverance. The film follows stray dogs in contemporary Moscow, showcasing their lives against the backdrop of the city's urban landscape, which is presented as a unique and unfamiliar environment. Through hypnotic camerawork, the film connects Laika's pioneering journey with the enduring spirit of these resilient animals.

Space Dogs Themes & Keywords

· 8 tags
  • dog
  • space
  • moscow
  • cosmos
  • reference to laika
  • actual animal killed
  • dog chases a cat
  • city
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Cast & crew

Space Dogs Cast & Characters

Aleksey Serebryakov plays Narrator in Space Dogs. Directed by Elsa Kremser and Levin Peter.

From the directors

More from Elsa Kremser and Levin Peter

More films directed by Elsa Kremser and Levin Peter: White Snail, Dreaming Dogs and Space Dogs.

Ratings

Space Dogs Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Space Dogs 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.

Plot

Space Dogs Plot Summary

What happens in Space Dogs from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In a fascinating blend of international diplomacy and canine adventure, a mysterious figure dressed in black arrives at the White House, carrying with him a carefully designed cage that holds a special gift from Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev for Caroline Kennedy. This unexpected present is none other than Pushok, a spirited stray dog from Moscow, who charms everyone he encounters with his playful antics.

Full summary

The whole story of Space Dogs, scene by scene

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Box office

Space Dogs Box Office

Space Dogs grossed $776,034 worldwide.

2020 box office

Worldwide gross

$776K

International
$776K
Videos

Space Dogs Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Space Dogs.

SPACE DOGS | Teaser | Trailer | a film by Elsa Kremser & Levin Peter (2019)
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Space Dogs?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Space Dogs Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Kosmosa suņi” and “스페이스 독”.

Also known as
  • Kosmosa suņi
  • 스페이스 독
  • Космические собаки
  • 우주에서 온 개들
  • Cães do Espaço
  • 太空狗
  • 太空犬

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FAQ

Space Dogs FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Space Dogs, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Space Dogs?

Space Dogs runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

When was Space Dogs released?

Space Dogs was released on September 11, 2020.

Who directed Space Dogs?

Space Dogs was directed by Elsa Kremser and Levin Peter.

More films by Elsa Kremser

Who is in the cast of Space Dogs?

Space Dogs stars Aleksey Serebryakov as Narrator.

How much did Space Dogs make at the box office?

Space Dogs grossed $776,034 worldwide.

How is Space Dogs rated?

Space Dogs has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 53 on Metacritic, 71% on TMDB and 3.9/5 on Movie Insider.

Does Space Dogs have a post-credit scene?

Yes. Space Dogs has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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