Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog
“Some people won't take no for an answer”
Synopsis
A socially isolated and extremely shy Los Angeles painter finds his dream girl in the form of a struggling actress and finds himself at last finding the confidence to exhibit his work in this off-beat romantic comedy.
Top Cast
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Jon Gries
Max (as Jonathan Gries)
Lisa Zane
Taylor
Christopher Maher
Emile
Sal Lopez
Carlos
Bradford Bancroft
The Art Star
Phyllis Diller
Mrs. Frasco
Isabel Sanford
Joanna
Paul Bartel
The Director
Wendy O. Williams
Butch
Robert Culp
Gregor
Barney Martin
Rudy Phillips
Nicholas Worth
The Head Chef
Clark Jarrett
Darryl Curtsy
Tedra Gabriel
Receptionist
Mel Green
Fahz
Vivian Schilling
Supermodel Mistress
Iris Condon
Stretch Woman
Larry Jenkins
The Head Waiter
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 29, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul S. Parco
- Screenplay & Story
- Patricia Bando Josten, Walter Josten, Gary Larimore, Mel Green
- Original Score
- Don Preston
- Original Title
- Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Blue Rider Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul S. Parco
Patricia Bando Josten, Walter Josten, Gary Larimore, Mel Green
Don Preston
David Lewis
Leslie Rosenthal
Walter Josten, Jeff Geoffray
Department Leadership Roster
Ivo Cristante
Production Design
David Lewis
Director of Photography
Leslie Rosenthal
Editor
Paul S. Parco
Director
Jeff Geoffray
Producer
Gary Larimore
Writer
Mel Green
Writer
Don Preston
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog about?
A socially isolated and extremely shy Los Angeles painter finds his dream girl in the form of a struggling actress and finds himself at last finding the confidence to exhibit his work in this off-beat romantic comedy.
Who directed Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog?
Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog was directed by Paul S. Parco.
Who stars in Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog?
The principal cast of Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog includes Jon Gries, Lisa Zane, Christopher Maher, Sal Lopez, Bradford Bancroft.
When was Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog released and how long is it?
Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog was composed by Don Preston.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog?
Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).