Rotten
It's an outbreak of the dreaded Talking Animal Syndrome, the most feared of kid-flick contagions.
Peter Howell, Toronto Star
Overview
Sweet and savvy talking golden retriever, Bailey, is one doggone lucky pooch when his devoted owner, Constance Pennington, leaves him her entire billion-dollar fortune. Bailey is lucky, that is, until he becomes the target of an elaborately-designed dognap scheme hatched by Constance's nasty nephew Caspar and his money-hungry wife Dolores. The despicable duo's wicked plan is to ultimately gain custody of the canine so they can get their greedy paws on his inheritance. Unfortunately for them, there's a thing or two they don't know about Bailey. Not only does he have great street smarts, he has great pals too. Bailey's loyal guardian Ted, kind-hearted animal advocate Marge, her daughter Sam, and a clever border collie named Tessa set out on a hilarious madcap adventure to free their four-legged friend and put the nasty dognappers out of business-for good!
Director and cast
- David Devine Director
- Dean Cain as Theodore Maxwell
- Laurie Holden as Marge Maggs
- Jennifer Tilly as Dolores Pennington
- Tim Curry as Caspar Pennington
- Jon Lovitz as Bailey (voice)
- Max Baker as Don Donald
- Sheila McCarthy as Peggy Delaney
- Kenneth Welsh as Mouse Delaney
- Munro Chambers as Max Rizzo
- Eugene Lipinski as Leo
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
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Tomatometer
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When it comes to dog movies, Air Bud's basketball-court antics are more satisfying entertainment than Bailey's moving lips.
Jennie Punter, Globe and Mail
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