The Boy with the Big Black Dog (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1986, The Boy with the Big Black Dog is a family film directed by Hannelore Unterberg, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. A little boy tries to keep a huge Newfoundland dog in his family's apartment.
Who’s in it. The Boy with the Big Black Dog stars Niels Anschütz as Ulf, Miriam Knabe as Sabine, Kurt Böwe as Oscar and Dagmar Manzel as Ulfs Mutter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Boy with the Big Black Dog has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Boy with the Big Black Dog page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boy with the Big Black Dog tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Boy with the Big Black Dog (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boy with the Big Black Dog change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Boy with the Big Black Dog worth watching?
- The Boy with the Big Black Dog holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Boy with the Big Black Dog?
- The Boy with the Big Black Dog stars Niels Anschütz, Miriam Knabe, Kurt Böwe, Dagmar Manzel and Horst Hiemer.
- When was The Boy with the Big Black Dog released?
- The Boy with the Big Black Dog was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.