

Beethoven's Big Break
Synopsis
Eddie, a struggling animal trainer and single dad suddenly finds himself the personal wrangler for a large and lovable St. Bernard whose fabulous movie "audition" catapults the dog to stardom. However, a trio of unscrupulous ne'er-do-wells have plans to kidnap the famous dog and hold him for ransom.

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Beethoven's Big Break - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-04-05
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Jonathan Silverman
Eddie Thornton
Jennifer Finnigan
Lisa
Moisés Arias
Billy
Eddie Griffin
Stanley
Rhea Perlman
Patricia
Stephen Tobolowsky
Sal
Oscar Nuñez
Tick
Joey Fatone
Bones
Stefanie Scott
Katie
Cesar Millan
Himself
Grant Elliott
George Newton
Zach Kosnitzky
Lewis
Ali Eagle
Craft Service Person
Adam Vernier
Marco
Aaron Richmond
Camera Operator
Alexis Schulze
Patricia's Assistant
Wayne Morris
Sound Mixer
Simon Page
Waiter
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 26, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 24, 2009
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mike Elliott
- Screenplay & Story
- Derek Rydall, Brian Levant
- Original Score
- Robert Folk
- Original Title
- Beethoven's Big Break
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mike Elliott
Derek Rydall, Brian Levant
Robert Folk
Stephen Campbell
Department Leadership Roster
Derek Rydall
Writer
Brian Levant
Writer
Mike Elliott
Director
Robert Folk
Original Music Composer
Stephen Campbell
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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's Big Break
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What is Beethoven's Big Break about?
Eddie, a struggling animal trainer and single dad suddenly finds himself the personal wrangler for a large and lovable St. Bernard whose fabulous movie "audition" catapults the dog to stardom. However, a trio of unscrupulous ne'er-do-wells have plans to kidnap the famous dog and hold him for ransom.
Who directed Beethoven's Big Break?
Beethoven's Big Break was directed by Mike Elliott.
Who stars in Beethoven's Big Break?
The principal cast of Beethoven's Big Break includes Jonathan Silverman, Jennifer Finnigan, Moisés Arias, Eddie Griffin, Rhea Perlman.
When was Beethoven's Big Break released and how long is it?
Beethoven's Big Break was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Beethoven's Big Break?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Beethoven's Big Break was composed by Robert Folk.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Beethoven's Big Break?
Beethoven's Big Break 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.).



















