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A Dog's Purpose (2017)

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Every dog happens for a reason.

A dog goes on quest to discover his purpose in life over the course of several lifetimes with multiple owners.

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Cast & Crew

Director
Lasse Hallström
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    Dogs: Bailey / Buddy / Tino / Ellie (voice) Josh Gad
  • Profile picture of K.J. Apa
    Teen Ethan K.J. Apa
  • Profile picture of Britt Robertson
    Teen Hannah Britt Robertson
  • Profile picture of Dennis Quaid
    Adult Ethan Dennis Quaid
  • Profile picture of Peggy Lipton
    Adult Hannah Peggy Lipton
  • Profile picture of Juliet Rylance
    Elizabeth - Ethan's Mom Juliet Rylance
  • Profile picture of Luke Kirby
    Jim - Ethan's Dad Luke Kirby
  • Profile picture of John Ortiz
    Carlos John Ortiz

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Keywords

  • based on novel or book
  • human animal relationship
  • reincarnation
  • dog
  • pets