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A Boy and His Dog

"A rather kinky tale of survival."

March 23, 1975 1h 30m 6.3/10 (367 votes)

Originally released in 1975. A Boy and His Dog is a drama/science fiction film. directed by L.Q. Jones.

Starring Don Johnson, Susanne Benton, and Jason Robards

Synopsis

Set in the year 2024 in post-apocalyptic America, 18-year old Vic and his telepathic dog, Blood, are scavengers in the desolate wilderness ravaged by World War IV, where survivors must battle for food and shelter in the desert-like wasteland. Vic and Blood eke out a meager existence, foraging for food and fighting gangs of cutthroats.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 23, 1975 50 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (367 votes)
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Budget $400K Production budget
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Box Office $6.9M 17.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$400,000
Revenue
$6,900,000

Production Companies

  • LQ/JAF

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Boy and His Dog about?

Set in the year 2024 in post-apocalyptic America, 18-year old Vic and his telepathic dog, Blood, are scavengers in the desolate wilderness ravaged by World War IV, where survivors must battle for f...

Who directed A Boy and His Dog?

A Boy and His Dog was directed by L.Q. Jones.

How long is A Boy and His Dog?

A Boy and His Dog has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was A Boy and His Dog released?

A Boy and His Dog was released on March 23, 1975 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A Boy and His Dog?

The main cast of A Boy and His Dog includes Don Johnson, Susanne Benton, Jason Robards, Tim McIntire, Alvy Moore.

Is A Boy and His Dog worth watching?

A Boy and His Dog has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 367 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.