Beethoven
“The head of the family is the one with the tail.”
Synopsis
The Newton family live in their comfortable home, but there seems to something missing. This "hole" is filled by a small puppy, who walks into their home and their lives. Beethoven, as he is named, grows into a giant of a dog... a St Bernard. Doctor Varnick, the local vet has a secret and horrible sideline, which requires lots of dogs for experiments. Beethoven is on the bad doctor's list.
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The St. Bernard’s Journey HomeOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2024-11-22
Top Cast
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Chris the Dog
Beethoven
Charles Grodin
George Newton
Bonnie Hunt
Alice Newton
Dean Jones
Dr. Varnick
Nicholle Tom
Ryce Newton
Christopher Castile
Ted Newton
Sarah Rose Karr
Emily Newton
Oliver Platt
Harvey
Stanley Tucci
Vernon
Laurel Cronin
Devonia Peet
David Duchovny
Brad
Patricia Heaton
Brie
O-Lan Jones
Biker Woman
Nancy Fish
Miss Grundel
Craig Pinkard
Homeless Man
Robi Davidson
Mark
Sherri Paysinger
Reporter
Patrick LaBrecque
Bully #1
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 3, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 9, 2000
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$147.2M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Levant
- Screenplay & Story
- Amy Holden Jones, John Hughes
- Original Score
- Randy Edelman
- Original Title
- Beethoven
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Worldwide Gross
- $147.2M
- Production Studios
- Northern Lights Entertainment, Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Levant
Amy Holden Jones, John Hughes
Randy Edelman
Victor J. Kemper, John M. Stephens
William D. Gordean, Sheldon Kahn
Michael C. Gross, Joe Medjuck, Ivan Reitman
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Levant
Director
Michael C. Gross
Producer
Joe Medjuck
Producer
Victor J. Kemper
Director of Photography
William D. Gordean
Editor
Sheldon Kahn
Editor
Buddy Joe Hooker
Stunt Coordinator
Randy Edelman
Original Music Composer
Amy Holden Jones
Writer
John Hughes
Writer
Alex Tavoularis
Production Design
Gloria Gresham
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beethoven
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Beethoven about?
The Newton family live in their comfortable home, but there seems to something missing. This "hole" is filled by a small puppy, who walks into their home and their lives. Beethoven, as he is named, grows into a giant of a dog... a St Bernard. Doctor Varnick, the local vet has a secret and horrible sideline, which requires lots of dogs for experiments. Beethoven is on the bad doctor's list.
Who directed Beethoven?
Beethoven was directed by Brian Levant.
Who stars in Beethoven?
The principal cast of Beethoven includes Chris the Dog, Charles Grodin, Bonnie Hunt, Dean Jones, Nicholle Tom.
When was Beethoven released and how long is it?
Beethoven was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
How much did Beethoven make at the box office?
Beethoven grossed $147.2M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Beethoven?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Beethoven was composed by Randy Edelman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Beethoven?
Beethoven holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.); DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).