The Cave of the Yellow Dog (2006): Ratings, Box Office & Plot
The Cave of the Yellow Dog is a 2006 drama directed by Byambasuren Davaa. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $3.4 million worldwide. Critics gave it 73 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 33m (93 min)
- Director
- Byambasuren Davaa
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Mongolian - Studio
- Tartan
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Cave of the Yellow Dog About?
The premise of The Cave of the Yellow Dog without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A Mongolian nomad family’s peaceful life is challenged when a young girl brings a stray dog into their home. The unexpected arrival sparks a conflict rooted in tradition and differing beliefs about the animal's place within the family. As the debate intensifies, the eldest daughter grapples with questions of loyalty and the profound connection between humans and animals, ultimately confronting the cultural values that shape her community. The film explores themes of compassion and the importance of understanding in a remote, traditional setting.
The Director of The Cave of the Yellow Dog
Directed by Byambasuren Davaa.
- Director Byambasuren Davaa
More from Byambasuren Davaa
More films directed by Byambasuren Davaa, best-rated first: The Story of the Weeping Camel and The Two Horses of Genghis Khan.
The Cave of the Yellow Dog Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Cave of the Yellow Dog 73 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 73 Metascore
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The Cave of the Yellow Dog Plot Summary
What happens in The Cave of the Yellow Dog from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The story begins with Nansal returning home from boarding school to her modest family of five, who live in a yurt and rely on their livestock—including sheep, goats, and cattle—for sustenance. As the threat of wolves looms, her father becomes increasingly anxious about their survival, fearing for their herd’s safety.
While collecting dung outdoors, Nansal discovers a black and white dog and affectionately names him Zochor (Spot). Her father, however, harbors concerns about the potential danger this dog might bring, knowing wolves often inhabit caves, and they could follow Zochor’s scent to attack their livestock.
Full summary
The whole story of The Cave of the Yellow Dog, scene by scene
The Cave of the Yellow Dog Box Office
The Cave of the Yellow Dog grossed $3.4 million worldwide. $141,803 came from the US and Canada and $3.3 million (96%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$3.4M
- US & Canada
- $141.8K
- International
- $3.3M
The Cave of the Yellow Dog Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Cave of the Yellow Dog.
How Well Do You Know The Cave of the Yellow Dog?
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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What is the name of the dog Nansal discovers?
Cars in The Cave of the Yellow Dog
5 cars on screen, including the 1968 Tatra 813 8x8 and the 1999 Dacia 1310.
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1968 Tatra 813 8x8 Important role -
1999 Dacia 1310 Minor role -
1995 Mercedes-Benz S-Klasse W140 Background role -
1984 Trabant 601 Background role
The Cave of the Yellow Dog Also Known As
19 alternative titles, including “Die Höhle des gelben Hundes - Eine Geschichte aus der Mongolei” and “El perro mongol”.
- Also known as
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- Die Höhle des gelben Hundes - Eine Geschichte aus der Mongolei
- El perro mongol
- Sarı Köpeğin Yuvası
- Die Höhle des gelben Hundes
- Shar nokhoïr tam
- Jaskinia żółtego psa
- Le Chien jaune de Mongolie
- 天空の草原のナンサ
- Il cane giallo della Mongolia
- Пещера желтого пса
- 小黃狗的窩
- A sárga kutya barlangja
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- Keltaisen koiran luola
- El perro mongol (AKA La cueva del perro amarillo)
- המערה של הכלב הפחדן
- 小黄狗的窝
- Пещерата на жълтото куче
- 동굴에서 나온 누렁 개
- Печера жовтого пса
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The Cave of the Yellow Dog FAQ: Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of The Cave of the Yellow Dog, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Cave of the Yellow Dog?
The Cave of the Yellow Dog runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
When was The Cave of the Yellow Dog released?
The Cave of the Yellow Dog was released on November 10, 2006.
Who directed The Cave of the Yellow Dog?
The Cave of the Yellow Dog was directed by Byambasuren Davaa.
More films by Byambasuren Davaa How much did The Cave of the Yellow Dog make at the box office?
The Cave of the Yellow Dog grossed $3.4 million worldwide ($141,803 domestic, $3.3 million international).
How is The Cave of the Yellow Dog rated?
The Cave of the Yellow Dog has 73 on Metacritic.
Does The Cave of the Yellow Dog have a post-credit scene?
No. The Cave of the Yellow Dog has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Cave of the Yellow Dog in?
The original language of The Cave of the Yellow Dog is Mongolian.
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