A Dog's Purpose
2017 · 1h 40m · Adventure, Drama, Family, Fantasy · India, United States of America · Rated PG (US)
Every dog happens for a reason.
A dog goes on quest to discover his purpose in life over the course of several lifetimes with multiple owners.
Directed by
Lasse HallströmBased on the novel by
W. Bruce Cameron7.6Smart score
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