Hang on, Doggy (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1977, Hang on, Doggy is a notable film directed by Jane Kavčič.
What it’s about. This film takes place in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Matic lives in a large neighborhood of concrete blocks of flats with his mother. As his father is temporarily working in Libya, they live alone. Matics' otherwise monotonous life changes dramatically when he is chosen to feature in a film. At the shooting he meets Milena, a girl his own age whom he begins to like. When the shooting is over, the film company gives him a present, a huge black Newfoundlander. Although his mother is not really pleased about it, Matic brings the dog home. And that is just the beginning of their adventures...
Who’s in it. Hang on, Doggy stars Vesna Jevnikar as Milena, Lidija Kozlovič as Mama, Ivo Ban as Man from the night shift and Brane Gruber as Trainer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Hang on, Doggy has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hang on, Doggy page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hang on, Doggy (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hang on, Doggy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hang on, Doggy worth watching?
- Hang on, Doggy holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hang on, Doggy?
- Hang on, Doggy stars Vesna Jevnikar, Lidija Kozlovič, Ivo Ban, Brane Gruber and Manca Košir.
- When was Hang on, Doggy released?
- Hang on, Doggy was released in 1977.