Snow Buddies

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  • G
  • 2008
  • 1 hr 27 min
  • 5.2  (3,741)

Snow Buddies is a heartwarming, family-friendly adventure movie that follows the journey of five adorable Golden Retriever puppies, Rosebud, B-Dawg, Budderball, Buddha, and Mudbud, as they embark on a thrilling journey to Alaska to take part in a sled dog race. The movie is directed by Robert Vince and stars Jim Belushi, Jimmy Bennett, Lothaire Bluteau, and Jason Bryden.

The story begins with the five puppies living in Fernfield, Washington, where they enjoy their playful and carefree lives. One day, a mysterious plane flies over Fernfield dropping a package for the puppies. The package contains a DVD that shows a dog sled race in Alaska. The puppies watch the video, and they immediately feel inspired to take part in the race themselves.

Believing that they are participating in a dog show, the puppies sneak onto a delivery truck that is heading to Alaska. Upon arriving in Alaska, they learn that they are not in a dog show but a dog sled race. The puppies are scared at first, but with the help of their new friends, Talon and Shasta, who are experienced sled dogs, they start their training for the race.

As they train, they encounter many challenges, including learning how to pull sleds, dealing with harsh weather conditions, and even avoiding a fierce pack of wolves. Through it all, the puppies stick together and keep each other motivated, with their comedic personalities and playfulness keeping the mood lively.

As the race day draws near, the puppies are confident that they can win the race, but they face tough competition from other experienced sled dog teams. The puppies' spirits are dampened when a bully named Francois taunts and ridicules them, but a kindhearted competitor named Jean George takes them under his wing and helps them train for the race.

The day of the race arrives, and the puppies give it their all, navigating through the snow and ice with their sleds. The puppies face many obstacles during the race, including an avalanche and a treacherous ice bridge, but they persevere with their teamwork and determination.

The movie delivers a satisfying and uplifting conclusion that sees the puppies arriving back in Fernfield, still playful and carefree, but now also proud and accomplished after their adventure. The puppies' owner, Jack, watches them on TV, amazed and delighted that his pets had the courage to embark on such a journey.

Snow Buddies is a heartwarming tale of courage, teamwork, and determination that inspires viewers of all ages to believe that anything is possible when you have friends by your side. The film is visually striking, with beautiful landscapes and well-choreographed sled races that capture the splendor and majesty of Alaska's wilderness. The humor adds light relief, with the puppies' antics bound to bring a smile to your face.

Overall, Snow Buddies is an endearing and uplifting movie that earns its place among the best family-friendly adventure films of all time. Its lovable characters and engaging storytelling make it perfect viewing for parents and children alike, and it serves as a reminder that the bonds of friendship and the courage to face challenges are what make life worth living.

Snow Buddies is a 2008 kids & family movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.2.

Snow Buddies
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Snow Buddies is available to watch, stream, download and buy on demand at Disney+, Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play, YouTube VOD and Vudu. Some platforms allow you to rent Snow Buddies for a limited time or purchase the movie and download it to your device.
  • Release Date
    2008
  • MPAA Rating
    G
  • Runtime
    1 hr 27 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.2  (3,741)
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