Smiley
Synopsis
A heartwarming story about a boy named Jesse who discovers a friendly dog without a collar and names her Smiley. As Jesse and his family take care of Smiley, they hope to find her owner, but she becomes a beloved part of their lives. After a week of bonding, Smiley runs away, leaving Jesse heartbroken. However, she is eventually found and returned to her original owner, bringing a bittersweet conclusion to Jesse's experience with the dog he grew to love.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Beverly Simon
- Screenplay & Story
- Beverly Simon
- Original Score
- Daniel Silberberg
- Original Title
- Smiley
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 19m
- Production Studios
- Third Eye Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Beverly Simon
Beverly Simon
Daniel Silberberg
Jamil Simon
Eliot Tarlin
Jamil Simon
Department Leadership Roster
Beverly Simon
Writer
Beverly Simon
Director
Jamil Simon
Producer
Jamil Simon
Director of Photography
Eliot Tarlin
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Smiley.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Smiley
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Smiley about?
A heartwarming story about a boy named Jesse who discovers a friendly dog without a collar and names her Smiley. As Jesse and his family take care of Smiley, they hope to find her owner, but she becomes a beloved part of their lives. After a week of bonding, Smiley runs away, leaving Jesse heartbroken. However, she is eventually found and returned to her original owner, bringing a bittersweet conclusion to Jesse's experience with the dog he grew to love.
Who directed Smiley?
Smiley was directed by Beverly Simon.
Who stars in Smiley?
The principal cast of Smiley includes Noah Maltzberger, Suzanne Hogarty, Deborah Strang, James Butterfield, Roger Curtis.
When was Smiley released and how long is it?
Smiley was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 19m.
Who composed the musical score for Smiley?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Smiley was composed by Daniel Silberberg.