The 80s unleash a ingroup of hind end - waggingly great dog movies that have since become absolute classics . Seriously , they ’re the top firedog in the film world ! Each one is a fetch tarradiddle that ’s stand the psychometric test of meter , leave behind paw prints on our hearts and memory board to last a lifespan .
Turner & Hooch
Is there anything more thrilling thanseeing Hoochdash after the bad guys and unravel mysteries ? His lovely antics not only stole the show but also our nub . However , it ’s impossible to neglect the gossamer volume of his drool — it ’s much fabled !
Watching him in action mechanism was a delicious mix of awe and entertainment , showcasing that alone portmanteau of prettiness and chaos only a hound like Hooch could bring to the screen .
" Perfect balance of heavy slobbery dog , Tom Hanks comedy , and dog / human connexion . " -Amy Boshnack
The Fox and the Hound
The Fox and the Houndis a fabled classic , weaving the unforgettable story of an improbable distich bound by a friendship that resist the average — a new , gritty dodger and a driven hunting hound .
This heartwarming narrative delves deep into themes of comradery , the bittersweet nature of farewells , and the twists and turns meet on the path of life . This timeless classic captivated audience with its exploration of loyalty , change , and the enduring power of association .
" I lovedThe Fox and the Houndas a small fry because I think the beast were cute , and it was a fairly thick account about friendship . I still commend that the soundtrack slap , but I ’m too afraid to watch it as an grownup because I call up I will just weep the whole time . " -Casey Gamble
Milo & Otis
Milo and Otisis the ultimate story of whisker - tickling adventure and paw - some friendly relationship that charmed its agency into our hearts ! Milo , the adventurous and ever - curious kitten , strikes up an unconvincing but utterly mellifluous friendly relationship with Otis , the most adorablepugyou could ever imagine .
Together , these two furred crony embark on a journey fill with laughter , a elan of mischief , and endless playfulness .
" That movie was really cute with all the unlike animals and their distinct personalities ; it also contract very ' real ' in sure part ( if you know you know ) . THAT one was gaga to rewatch as an adult . " -Casey Gamble
Oliver & Company
Oliver & Companytakes the Graeco-Roman Dickens tale ofOliver Twistand spins it into a tail - wagging , hair’s-breadth - twitching urban adventure ! An lovely , stateless kitten named Oliver finds himself lost in the sprawling snarl of New York City .
But dread not , for this little furball is n’t alone for long . He shortly join a band of charismatic canines , each with a personality bigger than Central Park !
" Oliver & Companyhas always been one of my darling ! ! ! I was an uneasy kid , so I was always in awe of the top dog , Dodger ’s , harum-scarum attitude . Billy Joel ’s ' Why Should I occupy ? ' is still on my ' Do n’t Worry , Be Happy ' playlist that I listen to whenever I need to cool ! " -Saleema Lookman
All Dogs Go to Heaven
All Dogs Go to Heavenmight raise a few eyebrows among the parent crowd today , but back in the neon - fire up , fully grown - haired 80 , it wagged its direction into the heart of house film nights like a champion ! A gambling casino - owning doggy with more groovy than a rock mavin and a bark that ’s all bite , Charlie find himself on a rollercoaster ride that ’s part redemption arc , part prat - chasing adventure .
This flick process up a doggy bag full of love , second chances , and a side of redemption that ’ll have you rooting for the underdog from start to goal .
" Growing up , the profound connection between Charlie , the charismaticGerman Shepherd , and Annmarie , the kind - hearted orphan , struck a chord with me , even as a child . " -Amber Drake
Frankenweenie
Life just would n’t be the same without Tim Burton ’s wacky classic — Frankenweeniebeing one of them . This 1984 sci - fi movie order the taradiddle of a boy who brings his darling wiener back to spirit .
With a monstrous and frightening coming into court , you could think the neighbors and his family would n’t be win over this hereafter version would be the same . This story truly shows how machine-accessible we are to man ’s best friend in an entertaining , albeit diseased , magical way .
" I commend seeingFrankenweenieon TV as a kid and realizing it was actually possible to unite a crazy domestic dog obsession and love of sci - fi , with a twist of the nonsensical . While it ’s just a short , it ’s definitely a stand - out among my preferent firedog picture show as a kidskin for that minute . decidedly a must - see for sci fi families with a family pet ! " -Jane H.
Cujo
This classical repugnance tells the story of a loving saint bernard firedog that was bitten by a bat . Think about it for a min — what could bechance if you were bitten by one of these critters ?
Now , dial it up 20 level . That’sCujo ! This bow-wow go from being military man ’s good protagonist to the threat of the townsfolk , attacking anyone who comes near .
" I remember being a kid and my Dad tell me about a ' super scary ' flick that had to do with a overzealous dog , probably to make me afraid of rabies and keep me from going near bats and racoon . It definitely catch my aid . " -Amber D.
Oh! Heavenly Dog
There ’s something incredible about a pawl movie that unite dogs , activity , and drama , all in one pic . Oh ! Heavenly Dogfollows what is likely a stray dog-iron named Benji ( AKA Chevy Chase ) , who set out to figure out who bump off him .
" This movie is really special . It tugs at your heartstrings and keep on you on the edge of your seat , play you back to your childhood Day . It still stay a Hellenic decades by and by . " -Amber D.
K-9
K-9features a cop who prefers to work alone — vaporize solo ! Then , gold rush , out of nowhere , he ’s slapped with a mate for this massive font chasing down an outside drug kingpin . He starts off lose his psyche with his newfangled partner , but as he pick up the dog ’s remarkable skill , the cop starts to warm up .
" K-9is a fun buddy - pig motion picture for weenie fan and brings you right back to the 80s . Do n’t expect much in the way of patch , but that ’s clean distinctive for movie that have chopper bluster up elevator car in the first five minutes of the film . " -Jane H.
Dog City: The Movie
Dog City : The Movieis a classic funniness that takes the audience on a ride through Dog City in the 30s . The main character reference , Ace , inherits a saloon , but without the money to pay for protection , he find himself the target of a bully that owns most of the metropolis .
" Dog puns galore ! It ’s silly , ridiculous , and exactly what you ’d expect a film noir piece about mobster dog from the Jim Henson studios to be . " -Jane H.
Grab Some Popcorn
toss off a udder of popcorn and get ready to time - travel from the comfort of your couch as we dial the clock back to the rad 80 with a dog - theme movie marathon that ’s sure to unleash waves of nostalgia !
Whether it ’s play along the tail - wagging adventures of offence - defend whelp or getting teary - eyed over the devout journey of man ’s in effect friend , each film is a four - pawed trip down storage lane . So , mishandle up those pillows , seize your favorite snack ( maybe sneak a doggy treat or two ) , and allow ’s skin and roll through the golden historic period of dog flick .
