The Shaggy D.A.
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Synopsis
Wilby Daniels, a successful lawyer running for District Attorney, suddenly finds himself being transformed into an English sheepdog. Somehow he has to keep his change a secret and find just what is causing it, all the while eluding the local dog catcher.
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The Shaggy D.A. | Unofficial Official Trailer | Disney+Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-10-28
Top Cast
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Dean Jones
Wilby Daniels
Suzanne Pleshette
Betty Daniels
Tim Conway
Tim
Keenan Wynn
John Slade
Jo Anne Worley
Katrinka Muggelberg
Dick Van Patten
Raymond
Shane Sinutko
Brian Daniels
Vic Tayback
Eddie Roschak
John Myhers
Adm. Brenner
Richard Bakalyan
Freddie
Warren Berlinger
Dip
Ronnie Schell
T.V. Director
Jonathan Daly
T.V. Interviewer
John Fiedler
Howie Clemmings
Hans Conried
Prof. Whatley
Michael McGreevey
Sheldon
Richard O'Brien
Desk Sergeant
Richard Lane
Roller Rink Announcer
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 17, 1976
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Stevenson
- Screenplay & Story
- Don Tait
- Original Score
- Buddy Baker
- Original Title
- The Shaggy D.A.
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Stevenson
Don Tait, Felix Salten
Buddy Baker
Frank V. Phillips
Bob Bring, Norman R. Palmer
Bill Anderson, Ron Miller
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Stevenson
Director
Don Tait
Screenplay
Bill Anderson
Producer
Bob Bring
Editor
Norman R. Palmer
Editor
Frank V. Phillips
Director of Photography
Buddy Baker
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Shaggy D.A.
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What is The Shaggy D.A. about?
Wilby Daniels, a successful lawyer running for District Attorney, suddenly finds himself being transformed into an English sheepdog. Somehow he has to keep his change a secret and find just what is causing it, all the while eluding the local dog catcher.
Who directed The Shaggy D.A.?
The Shaggy D.A. was directed by Robert Stevenson.
Who stars in The Shaggy D.A.?
The principal cast of The Shaggy D.A. includes Dean Jones, Suzanne Pleshette, Tim Conway, Keenan Wynn, Jo Anne Worley.
When was The Shaggy D.A. released and how long is it?
The Shaggy D.A. was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Shaggy D.A.?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Shaggy D.A. was composed by Buddy Baker.
Is The Shaggy D.A. based on a book or true story?
The Shaggy D.A. is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Felix Salten".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Shaggy D.A.?
The Shaggy D.A. holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).