Marley & Me: The Puppy Years.

Name: Marley & Me: The Puppy Years
Genre: Comedy, Family
Released: 2011-06-01
Duration: 86 min
Cast: Travis Turner, Donnelly Rhodes, Merrilyn Gann, Chelah Horsdal, Sydney Imbeau

Big trouble comes in a small leash.

Looking after Marley gives Bodi a chance to prove he can care for a dog. Entering a puppy agility competition might help, provided his unruly team can learn a few rules.

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Why it’s a little special

A puppy-centered competition and talking-animal comedy make this prequel lighter in tone than the original film.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

Rude animal jokes, competitive behavior and comic dog mishaps. Animals face some mild peril during the contest.

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: Michael Damian
Starring: Travis Turner, Donnelly Rhodes, Merrilyn Gann, Chelah Horsdal, Sydney Imbeau, Alex Zahara, Geoff Gustafson, Grayson Russell, Lauren Lavoie
Written by: Janeen Damian, Michael Damian
Produced by: Connie Dolphin
Release date: June 1, 2011
Runtime: 86 minutes
Genre: Comedy, Family
Studio: 20th Century Fox
Language: English

LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.

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