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3.2/10 • 21

2009-04-171h 39m

FamilyComedyFantasy

Because everybody needs a friend.

Imagine if you'd had a six-foot tall monster to help you through the rough times when you were 11! Willy is terrified about moving into the family's new house. He's convinced it's filled with evil space aliens out to get him. In response to his wish for someone to save him, Gooby comes to life as a loveable, full-size, scraggly, orange, furry creature who in fact seems more frightened of the world than Willy. The two have hair-raising adventures and learn something about the power of friendship. In the end, Gooby fulfills Willy's initial wish by bringing Willy and his dad together in a touching and exciting climax.

Directors
Wilson Coneybeare
Writters
Wilson Coneybeare
Editors
Wilson Coneybeare, Ellen Fine

Top Billed Cast

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  1. Robbie Coltrane

    Robbie Coltrane

    Gooby (voice)

  2. David James Elliott

    David James Elliott

    Jack Dandridge

  3. Ingrid Kavelaars

    Ingrid Kavelaars

    Elize

  4. Eugene Levy

    Eugene Levy

    Mr Nerdlinger

  5. Matthew Knight

    Matthew Knight

    Willy

  6. Derek Scott

    Derek Scott

    Gooby

  7. Mary Haney

    Mary Haney

    Mrs. Williams

  8. Martin Roach

    Martin Roach

    Younger Cop

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Reno

Jul 14, 2016

3/10

Not a superhero to save the world, just a mischievous toyfriend.
The outcome was as expected, so I haven't disappointed with it. But sparing time for it was the big decision I had made, knowing a film not for my age. Without a single bit of graphics they have managed it well to tell a story. The production was decent, but the story was too predictable with a below average jokes. I just wanted to clear the air that I was not bored of it, simply not my type of entertainment film, that's all. Perhaps the adult comedy, 'Ted' might have inspired by this, except it is a children's film. The actors were decent, because they did not get a challenging role. With a giant Ted in the title role, it should have been an adventure film. He's here to help the kid and I think his character did nothing big achievement rather boring writing of his character. Everyone knows that's a man was inside the fur, so the stunts would have not cost too much if they had used a stunt artist. Because adding a couple of those scenes would have given a reason for the audience to cheer. The end was a loop, they kept it that way, in case of a sequel planned in the future. But I hope they won't make it, unless a very adventurous. Not recommended unless you plan to show it for your kids. 3/10

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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
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