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Hachi: A Dog's Tale

2009 · Movie · 93 min
A

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84/100

Averaged across 9 ratings · 3M votes

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64–98 out of 100

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A college professor finds a lost Akita puppy at his local train station and takes him home. The dog, named Hachi, forms an incredibly strong bond with him and develops a daily routine of greeting him at the station upon his return from work. This unwavering loyalty continues for years, defining the dog's entire life and touching the hearts of everyone in the community.

Details

Released
8 June 2009
Country
United Kingdom, United States
Language
English, Japanese
Runtime
93 min
Rated
G
Budget
$16.0M
Box office
$46.8M

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