Animated Movies - Dog Man

Dog Man (2025)

IMDB RATINGS: 7.7

This crazy, funny, and deeply touching animated movie is based on Dav Pilkey's best-selling graphic novels "Dog Man" (2025). The movie version of Dog Man has all the silly jokes, weird characters, and surprising emotional depth that kids love about the books. It was made by the same creative person who made Captain Underpants.

Dog Man is a police officer who is part dog and part human. He was made when a heroic cop and his loyal dog were fused together in an accident. What happened? A crime-fighting hero who is a man but has the heart (and instincts!) of a dog. Dog Man uses his nose for justice to protect his city from evil, especially his sneaky enemy, the clever and dramatic Petey the Cat.

Peter Hastings directed the movie with style and fun, and it doesn't waste any time getting into the action. The animation style stays true to the original artwork, with hand-drawn panels, speech bubbles, and even the occasional "flip-o-rama" action sequences that make kids feel like they're inside the book. There are also funny dialogue and comic book-style visuals.

The movie is very funny, but it also deals with friendship, forgiveness, and learning from problems. Even though Petey is the bad guy, he has a strong side story about second chances and redemption, especially when it comes to his relationship with his son, Li'l Petey. Their interactions add emotional depth that parents will also enjoy.

The voice actors give the characters a lot of life. Dog Man's voice is mostly made up of expressive dog-like sounds and reactions, which show off his physical comedy and loyalty. Petey's sarcastic comments and dramatic flair steal the show, while Li'l Petey's happy optimism keeps things in check.

The balance in the movie is one of its best features. It keeps the action going for younger kids while also giving everyone smart jokes and good messages. The pacing is fast but not too fast, and the jokes are smart and silly, so the whole family will enjoy it.

This movie is a fun adventure with heart, humor, and high-fives that kids will love, whether they've read the books or are meeting Dog Man for the first time. It tells people to believe in themselves, be nice, and keep going, no matter how bad things get.

Key Takeaway for Kids

Dog Man is more than just a funny story about a half-dog superhero. It's also about doing the right thing, admitting when you're wrong, and having faith in second chances.

Kids will find Dog Man's funny actions funny, but they will also learn how important it is to be loyal, brave, and kind. He doesn't always do things right, but he never gives up, and that's what makes him a hero. His dog instincts get him into trouble sometimes, but his big heart always gets him (and other people) out.

The movie also shows kids that even people who seem "bad," like Petey the Cat, can change if they are given a chance. Li'l Petey's love and support show us how important it is to forgive, understand others, and keep trying to do better.

Like the books, the movie encourages kids to be creative and use their imaginations. It also makes them want to write, draw, or even make up their own superhero stories. Dog Man is a show for kids that has action, laughs, and a message that says, "You don't have to be perfect to be a good guy — just be you and be kind."