Black Dog (2024): cast, story & where to watch
2024 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2024, Black Dog is a drama film directed by Guan Hu, running about 116 minutes.
What it’s about. On the edge of the Gobi desert in Northwest China, Lang returns to his hometown after being released from jail. While working for the local dog patrol team to clear the town of stray dogs before the Olympic Games, he strikes up an unlikely connection with a black dog. These two lonely souls embark on a journey together.
Who’s in it. Black Dog stars Eddie Peng Yu-Yan as Lang Yonghui, Tong Liya as Putao, Jia Zhangke as Uncle Yao and Zhou You as Nie Shili, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Black Dog has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Dog page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Dog tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Dog (2024)?
- In US, Black Dog is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Black Dog worth watching?
- Black Dog holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Black Dog?
- Black Dog stars Eddie Peng Yu-Yan, Tong Liya, Jia Zhangke, Zhou You and Hu Xiaoguang.
- When was Black Dog released?
- Black Dog was released in 2024, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.