Marmaduke (movie) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Marmaduke |
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| Directed by | Tom Dey |
| Produced by | John Davis |
| Written by | Tim Rasmussen Vince Di Meglio |
| Starring | Owen Wilson Lee Pace Judy Greer William H. Macy Steve Coogan Sam Elliott Fergie George Lopez Christopher Mintz-Plasse Emma Stone Kiefer Sutherland Marlon Wayans |
| Music by | Christopher Lennertz |
| Cinematography | Greg Gardiner |
| Editing by | Don Zimmerman |
| Studio | Regency Enterprises Davis Entertainment United Feature Syndicate Dune Entertainment Intrigue Film |
| Distributed by | 20th Century Fox |
| Release date(s) | June 4, 2010 (United States) |
| Running time | 87 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $50 million |
| Money made | $83,761,844 |
Marmaduke is a fun live-action movie from 2010. It's based on the famous comic strip about a giant, lovable Great Dane dog named Marmaduke. The story follows the Winslow family, who live in rural Kansas with their pets: Marmaduke and a clever Balinese cat named Carlos. Their lives change when the family moves all the way to sunny California for a new job. The movie was released on June 4, 2010, and it's known for its humor and the adventures of a very big dog in a new place.
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About the Movie
The film brings the beloved comic strip character, Marmaduke, to life on the big screen. Marmaduke is a huge, clumsy, but good-hearted Great Dane who often finds himself in funny situations. The movie explores what happens when a big dog and his family try to fit into a new, exciting environment.
The Winslow Family's Big Move
The story begins in Kansas, where the Winslow family and their pets live a quiet life. When dad Phil Winslow gets a new job, the whole family, including Marmaduke and Carlos, packs up and moves to Orange County, California. This big move means new challenges and adventures for everyone, especially for Marmaduke, who has to learn how to make new friends in a fancy dog park.
Main Characters and Their Voices
Many famous actors lent their voices to the animal characters in the movie.
- Marmaduke is voiced by Owen Wilson. He brings a lot of charm to the giant dog.
- Carlos, the sarcastic cat, is voiced by George Lopez. Carlos is Marmaduke's best friend and often gives him advice.
- Other animal friends at the dog park include Izzie (voiced by Emma Stone), who Marmaduke likes, and Bosco (voiced by Kiefer Sutherland), the tough leader of the popular dogs.
- The human characters include Phil Winslow (played by Lee Pace) and Debbie Winslow (played by Judy Greer).
Marmaduke's Adventures
In California, Marmaduke tries to fit in with the different groups of dogs at the local dog park. He faces challenges like trying to impress the "pedigrees" (fancy purebred dogs) and dealing with rivalries. The movie is full of funny scenes as Marmaduke tries to find his place, learns about friendship, and even finds a little romance. It's a story about being yourself and finding true friends.
Release Information
Marmaduke first came out in theaters in the United States on June 4, 2010. It was also released in many other countries around the world shortly after. For example, it premiered in Mexico and Argentina on May 27-28, 2010, and in Germany and Switzerland in July 2010. The movie had a runtime of 87 minutes, which is about an hour and a half of doggy fun!
