Luca
A little courage. A whole summer.
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BIG ADVENTURES · JUST FOR LAUGHS
Beethoven's 5th.
This dog has a nose for treasure.
Sara takes Beethoven to visit her uncle in a small town. When the enormous dog uncovers a clue to missing money, the discovery sets off a local treasure hunt and attracts people with questionable intentions.
View film informationWhy it’s a little special
A low-stakes mystery expands the familiar dog's chaos into a whole community of eccentric treasure seekers.
BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY
Know the story.
Know your little people.
Criminal schemes, threatening adults, animal peril, and mild crude humor.
Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.
BEHIND THE SCENES
The little details.
- Directed by
- Mark Griffiths
- Starring
- John Larroquette, Dave Thomas, Daveigh Chase, Faith Ford, Kathy Griffin, Sammy Kahn, Clint Howard, Katherine Helmond, Rodman Flender, Tina Illman, Wayne Dalglish, Joel Hurt Jones
- Written by
- Cliff Ruby, Elana Lesser
- Produced by
- Mike Elliott
- Release date
- April 28, 2009
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Genre
- Comedy, Adventure, Family
- Studio
- Universal Pictures
- Language
- English
LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.
Where to watch.
Find a spot on the sofa. Pick your service.
No subscription or free streaming option was listed in our US check on Oct 18, 2026. Check all viewing options for current streaming, rental, and purchase listings on JustWatch.
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Film facts: Apple TV US film listing · additional source . Checked 2026-10-18. Parent notes and recommendations by PG Pick. Artwork belongs to its respective studio.