Famous Dog Lassie (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Series · ★ 6.6
Released in 1996, Famous Dog Lassie is an animation, drama and kids series.
What it’s about. Famous Dog Lassie is a 1996 Japanese anime series produced by Nippon Animation as the 23rd entry of the World Masterpiece Theater staple. The anime is based on the 1940 novel Lassie Come-Home by Eric Knight and also the second animated Lassie series ever produced, since Lassie's Rescue Rangers.
Who’s in it. Famous Dog Lassie stars Narumi Hidaka as John Carraclough (voice), Mayumi Tanaka as Lassie (voice), Akio Nojima as Sam Carraclough (voice) and Rihoko Yoshida as Melissa Carraclough (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Famous Dog Lassie 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 Famous Dog Lassie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Famous Dog Lassie tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Famous Dog Lassie (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Famous Dog Lassie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Famous Dog Lassie worth watching?
- Famous Dog Lassie holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, drama and kids. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Famous Dog Lassie?
- Famous Dog Lassie stars Narumi Hidaka, Mayumi Tanaka, Akio Nojima and Rihoko Yoshida.
- When was Famous Dog Lassie released?
- Famous Dog Lassie was released in 1996.