A Boy and His Dog
Synopsis
11 year old Davy discovers that a chained gentle dog, Buck, is badly wounded around the neck because of the thick, tight collar he is made to constantly wear by his unfeeling owner. When Buck comes through the fence and becomes stuck, Davy removes the collar. Even though the boy tells him to stay in his owner's yard, the dog follows him home.
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Billy Sheffield
Davy Allen
Harry Davenport
Squire Jim Kirby
Dorothy Adams
Mrs. Allen
Russell Simpson
Mr. Thornycroft
Eddy Waller
Sheriff Kelly
Truman Bradley
Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
Heinie Conklin
Townsman at Meeting (uncredited)
Morgan Flowers
Townsman (uncredited)
Jack Mower
Store Owner Tom Belcher (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 26, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- LeRoy Prinz
- Screenplay & Story
- Saul Elkins
- Original Score
- William Lava
- Original Title
- A Boy and His Dog
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 21m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
LeRoy Prinz
Saul Elkins, Samuel A. Derieux
William Lava
Charles P. Boyle
Marshall Eyanson
Gordon Hollingshead
Department Leadership Roster
LeRoy Prinz
Director
Gordon Hollingshead
Producer
Marshall Eyanson
Editor
Charles P. Boyle
Director of Photography
Saul Elkins
Screenplay
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What is A Boy and His Dog about?
11 year old Davy discovers that a chained gentle dog, Buck, is badly wounded around the neck because of the thick, tight collar he is made to constantly wear by his unfeeling owner. When Buck comes through the fence and becomes stuck, Davy removes the collar. Even though the boy tells him to stay in his owner's yard, the dog follows him home.
Who directed A Boy and His Dog?
A Boy and His Dog was directed by LeRoy Prinz.
Who stars in A Boy and His Dog?
The principal cast of A Boy and His Dog includes Billy Sheffield, Harry Davenport, Dorothy Adams, Russell Simpson, Eddy Waller.
When was A Boy and His Dog released and how long is it?
A Boy and His Dog was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 21m.
Who composed the musical score for A Boy and His Dog?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Boy and His Dog was composed by William Lava.