Paws (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 4.1
Released in 1997, Paws is a fantasy, adventure and family film directed by Karl Zwicky, running about 83 minutes. “Some heroes are all talk.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A talking Terrier with impressive computer skills teams up with two youngsters to stop a million dollars from falling into the wrong hands.
Who’s in it. Paws stars Billy Connolly as PC (voice), Nathan Cavaleri as Zac, Emilie François as Samantha and Joe Petruzzi as Stephen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Paws has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $1.8M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paws page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paws tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paws (1997)?
- In US, Paws is available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Paws worth watching?
- Paws holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paws?
- Paws stars Billy Connolly, Nathan Cavaleri, Emilie François, Joe Petruzzi and Caroline Gillmer.
- When was Paws released?
- Paws was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.