Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero

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Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero

PG

Released Apr 13, 2018

1h 24m

Kids & Family

Adventure

War

Animation

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With World War I looming, Robert Conroy, a young Army private, adopts a stray, stump-tailed terrier. Conroy names his new friend Stubby and gives him a home, a family, and a chance to embark on the adventure that would define a century. The two quickly find themselves in the trenches of France and on the path to history. French soldier Gaston Baptiste befriends the man and dog and accompanies them along their epic journey through harsh conditions and incredible acts of courage.

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Kevin Maher

Times (UK)

Delivered by rudimentary computer animation... Still, the central conceit is compelling.

Rated: 3/5

Aug 10, 2018

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Leslie Felperin

Guardian

Hats off to the chutzpah of the filmmakers behind this thoughtful if somewhat plodding effort, which will appeal largely to young (or young-at-heart) dog lovers cum budding war historians - not exactly a massive demographic.

Rated: 3/5

Aug 9, 2018

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Scott Marks

San Diego Reader

I'm glad to report that I not only saw the tale of a soldier and his loyal pooch through to the end; at one point, I used a shirt cuff to blot away the wet eyes.

Rated: 3/5

Apr 13, 2018

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Scott Phillips

The Movie Isle

It's a heart-warming story that features beautiful, painterly animation.

Jul 23, 2020

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Jeanne Kaplan

Kaplan vs. Kaplan

To those of you who might turn up your nose at an animated feature about a dog in WWI, you'll be missing one of the most entertaining endeavors in a long while.

Apr 2, 2020

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David Kaplan

Kaplan vs. Kaplan

SGT. STUBBY: AN AMERICAN HERO features often remarkable animation, professional voice overs and an emotionally charged tale of friendship and courage that should capture the hearts of moviegoers everywhere

Apr 2, 2020

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Dominic C

A really good war movie that flew under the radar

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/17/25

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Audience Member

My boys (age 6 & 4) absolutely love this movie. Perfect movie for every Memorial or Veteran Day weekend. Great story, and makes it even better that it is true. Highly recommend!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/26/24

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Hector G

BEST ANIMATED WW1 KIDS MOVIE KNOWN TO ALL OF MANKIND

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/18/23

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John B

I thought this was a great war time animated movie about a dog and his heroism during WWI with his owner and how they helped each other in the troop.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

09/02/23

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Universalboy2014 I

Sounds Very Emotional, But I'd Take It

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

07/05/23

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Donald J

Instead of showcasing the war as it should do, "Sgt. Stubby" wants to simply portray Stubby as a good dog. I like dogs too, but this is too much. At least put some background characters in so we know that it's not just the few main characters fighting the war. Maybe some animated extras. In summation, watch the "Bee Movie" instead, I don't care. Anything but this mess.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

06/30/23

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Synopsis

With World War I looming, Robert Conroy, a young Army private, adopts a stray, stump-tailed terrier. Conroy names his new friend Stubby and gives him a home, a family, and a chance to embark on the adventure that would define a century. The two quickly find themselves in the trenches of France and on the path to history. French soldier Gaston Baptiste befriends the man and dog and accompanies them along their epic journey through harsh conditions and incredible acts of courage.

Director: Richard Lanni
Producer: Laurent Rodon, Emily Cantrill
Screenwriter: Richard Lanni, Mike Stokey
Distributor: Fun Academy Motion Pictures
Production Co: Fun Academy Motion Pictures
Rating: PG (War Action|Some Thematic Elements)
Genre: Kids & Family, Adventure, War, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 13, 2018, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 11, 2018
Box Office (Gross USA): $3.1M
Runtime: 1h 24m

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