Beethoven
1992 · Movie · PG · 87 min · ★ 5.8 · 36% critics
A suburban family’s life changes when a stray puppy wanders into their home and quickly becomes part of the household. As the dog grows into a huge, lovable troublemaker, the family must also deal with a local veterinarian whose disturbing side business puts pets in danger.
Also known as Beethoven's 1st
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Details
- Years
- 1992
- Release date
- 1992-04-03
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
- Runtime
- 87 min
- Critic score
- 36/100
- TMDB rating
- 5.8/10 (2,240 votes)
- Box office
- $147,214,049
- Budget
- $18,000,000
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a light, messy family comedy with a big-hearted pet and some tense moments, similar to 101 Dalmatians or Dennis the Menace; Not for you if animal endangerment themes or slapstick destruction bother you.
Pros: lovable dog antics; warm family vibe; simple kid-friendly fun | Cons: dated and formulaic; crude humor, mild swearing; animal peril may upset
Themes
- puppy
- st. bernard
- family
- pets
Awards & recognition
- Genesis Award
Cast & crew
Charles Grodin
as George Newton
Bonnie Hunt
as Alice Newton
Dean Jones
as Dr. Varnick
Nicholle Tom
as Ryce
Christopher Castile
as Ted
Sarah Rose Karr
as Emily
Chris the Dog
as Beethoven
Oliver Platt
as Harvey
Stanley Tucci
as Vernon
Laurel Cronin
as Devonia Peet
Directed by Brian Levant