The Shaggy Dog (1959): Cast, Ratings & Plot
The Shaggy Dog is a 1959 fantasy comedy starring Fred MacMurray, Alexander Scourby and Jean Hagen. It runs 1 hour 44 minutes. It earned 1 award nomination, including Feature Film at the DGA Awards 1960. Critics gave it 45 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 44m (104 min)
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Shaggy Dog About?
The premise of The Shaggy Dog without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A young boy finds himself mysteriously transformed into a shaggy dog, forcing him to experience life from a canine perspective while dealing with the confusion of his family and friends. He must learn to adapt to his new form and overcome various obstacles to break the curse, all while confronting unexpected challenges and proving his bravery in unusual circumstances.
The Shaggy Dog Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- psychotronic film
- blockbuster
- boy turns into dog
- three word title
- animal in title
- dog name in title
- sheepdog
- first part
- man turns into dog
- remade
- rocket launching
- coffee percolator
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- air kiss
- blasting a hole in a roof
- falling off roof
- falling into a flower bed
- bratislavian sheepdog
- allied moving van
- binoculars
- reference to lucricia borgia
- reference to el greco
- moving in
- wax museum
- startled
- shapeshifting
- knocking over a table
- roadster
- tortoise
- ring in pant cuff
- caged mouse
- squirrel running on a treadmill
- harmonica
- double barreled shotgun
- formal dance
- schemer
- live band
- tag dance
- changing dance partners
- facial cut
- section 32
- man fainting
- spy ring
- bound and gagged
- dog driving a car
- cabin cruiser
- falling out of a boat
- caught in a net
- newspaper headline
- dog allergy
- dog awarded a medal
The Shaggy Dog Cast
Fred MacMurray leads the cast, with Alexander Scourby and Jean Hagen.
Also Starring in The Shaggy Dog
· 6 moreThe Shaggy Dog Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Shaggy Dog 45 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 45 Metascore
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TMDB 62% User score
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The Shaggy Dog Plot Summary
What happens in The Shaggy Dog from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As the Daniels family returns home from a refreshing vacation, an unsettling atmosphere greets them. Their residence has suffered from not one, but two burglaries, leaving them feeling exposed and betrayed. This particularly infuriates Wilby (Fred MacMurray), who suspects that the district attorney, John Slade (Alexander Scourby), may be entangled in the criminal activities, thanks to his rumored associations with organized crime. The normally composed Wilby finds himself engulfed in a whirlwind of indignation and a craving for justice, propelling him to take a bold step and run for the position of district attorney.
Full summary
The whole story of The Shaggy Dog, scene by scene
The Shaggy Dog Awards & Nominations
The Shaggy Dog earned 1 award nomination, including Feature Film at the DGA Awards 1960.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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DGA Awards 1960 1 nomination- Nominated Feature Film – Charles Barton
The Shaggy Dog Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Shaggy Dog.
How Well Do You Know The Shaggy Dog?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Who suspects the district attorney John Slade might be involved in the burglaries?
Cars in The Shaggy Dog
18 cars on screen, including the 1927 Ford Model T and the 1958 Ford Custom 300.
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1954 Plymouth Belvedere Important role
The Shaggy Dog Also Known As
14 alternative titles, including “Soltando os Cachorros” and “Quelle vie de chien !”.
- Also known as
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- Soltando os Cachorros
- Quelle vie de chien !
- Geremia, cane e spia
- Der unheimliche Zotti
- El extraño caso de Wilby
- Кудлатий пес
- Лохматый пёс
- Ένας Μαλλιαρός Σκύλος
- El perro humano
- Felpudo
- O Cão Feiticeiro
- 섀기 독
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- Na psa urok
- Shaggy ä'de'du de'?
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The Shaggy Dog FAQ: Cast, Awards & Runtime
Runtime, release date, cast, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of The Shaggy Dog, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Shaggy Dog?
The Shaggy Dog runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).
When was The Shaggy Dog released?
The Shaggy Dog was released on March 19, 1959.
Who is in the cast of The Shaggy Dog?
The Shaggy Dog stars Fred MacMurray, Alexander Scourby and Jean Hagen, among 10 credited actors.
How is The Shaggy Dog rated?
The Shaggy Dog has 45 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.
Was The Shaggy Dog nominated for any awards?
The Shaggy Dog received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does The Shaggy Dog have a post-credit scene?
No. The Shaggy Dog has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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