Max

Name: Max
Genre: Adventure, Family
Released: June 26, 2015
Duration: 111 min
Rating: 47
Cast: Josh Wiggins, Lauren Graham, Luke Kleintank, Robbie Amell, Thomas Haden Church

2015

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Warner Bros. | Release Date: June 26, 2015 | PG

Starring: Josh Wiggins, Lauren Graham, Luke Kleintank, Robbie Amell, Thomas Haden Church

Summary: A precision-trained military dog, Max serves on the frontlines in Afghanistan alongside his handler, U.S. Marine Kyle Wincott. But when things go terribly wrong on maneuvers, Kyle is mortally wounded and Max, traumatized by the loss of his best friend, is unable to remain in service. Shipped stateside, the only human he seems willing toA precision-trained military dog, Max serves on the frontlines in Afghanistan alongside his handler, U.S. Marine Kyle Wincott. But when things go terribly wrong on maneuvers, Kyle is mortally wounded and Max, traumatized by the loss of his best friend, is unable to remain in service. Shipped stateside, the only human he seems willing to connect with is Kyle’s teenage brother, Justin, so Max is adopted by Kyle’s family, essentially saving his life. But Justin has issues of his own, such as living up to his father’s expectations for him; he isn’t interested in taking responsibility for his brother’s troubled dog. However, Max may be Justin’s only chance to discover what really happened to his brother that day on the front, and with the help of a tough-talking young teen, Carmen, who has a way with dogs, Justin begins to appreciate his canine companion. Justin’s growing trust in Max helps the four-legged veteran revert back to his heroic self, and as the pair race against time to unravel the mystery, they find more excitement—and danger—than they bargained for. But they each might also find an unlikely new best friend…in each other. … Expand

Director: Boaz Yakin

Genre(s): Adventure, Family

Rating: PG

Runtime: 111 min

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James Berardinelli

Jun 25, 2015

Max is a throwback of sorts - a movie about the relationship between a boy and his dog. Lassie springs to mind as the genre classic, but this has a closer kinship to Rin Tin Tin. Although its sensibilities are old-fashioned, the movie offers a modern look and feel. Read full review

Joe Morgenstern

Jun 25, 2015

This fine and welcome piece of family entertainment, directed by Boaz Yakin from a script he wrote with Sheldon Lettich, gets to a sweet spot by way of a smart premise, patriotic undertones and a coming-of-age story that’s downright stirring. Read full review

Joe Williams

Jun 25, 2015

When the movie morphs from a story of mutual healing into a crime-fighting caper, it goes off track. Read full review

John Hazelton

Jun 25, 2015

Max is a genial if somewhat old-fashioned tale that’s too clunky to transcend its genre(s) but effective enough within its own limited emotional range. Read full review

A.O. Scott

Jun 25, 2015

As the intrepid kids and the fearless hound unravel a nefarious weapons-dealing scheme, Max finds its sweet spot, leaving behind its overwrought patriotic swagger and settling into the kind of story that would fill a decent hour of television. Read full review

Time Out London Tom Huddleston

Aug 3, 2015

This is a busy, moderately entertaining slice of family-friendly fluff. It’s flatly directed and functionally acted. Read full review

Joe Neumaier

Jun 25, 2015

Dullness, as well as hoary preachiness, neuters the family-and-their-war-dog drama Max. Read full review

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see_franka

Jul 3, 2015

This is a great family movie and shows how in real life you face challenges and you should always be honest with your family regardless! Great story and Very enjoyable and Go Max!!

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LordExarus

Feb 18, 2016

It is predictable,only one time did something happen I didn't expect is when one of the characters who seems fine ends up being someone completely different,other then that it follows a set course.However the powerful message seems to smooth out its edges and provide a strong core.No itIt is predictable,only one time did something happen I didn't expect is when one of the characters who seems fine ends up being someone completely different,other then that it follows a set course.However the powerful message seems to smooth out its edges and provide a strong core.No it isn't the next big blockbuster but I believe it achieved what it set out to do.To create a good uplifting movie for the family.… Expand

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Jollyjoe1000

Jan 21, 2016

The movie I think is a bit underrated because it had a lot more action and serious tones then a regular dog movie.Also the characters are lovable and your at the edge of your seat.

3 of 3 users found this helpful30

bfoore90

Jun 6, 2017

Wasn't spectacular by any means but still a fairly good family friendly movie for one thats main premise is about a family adopting a marine K9. It still does touch on some pretty serious subjects that makes it more than just a family dog movie. Again, not spectacular or groundbreaking butWasn't spectacular by any means but still a fairly good family friendly movie for one thats main premise is about a family adopting a marine K9. It still does touch on some pretty serious subjects that makes it more than just a family dog movie. Again, not spectacular or groundbreaking but still a good movie.… Expand

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ydnar4

Oct 12, 2015

Max is not as heartbreaking as a lot of animal films out there, I think the average person can get through this film without crying. Max promotes some good subject matter from the outset but the film is quickly changed into a fairly typical family feature film. I did enjoy this movie, butMax is not as heartbreaking as a lot of animal films out there, I think the average person can get through this film without crying. Max promotes some good subject matter from the outset but the film is quickly changed into a fairly typical family feature film. I did enjoy this movie, but you are really not going to be floored by its story. I enjoyed the acting in the film Thomas Hayden Church and Josh Wiggins were both great in this movie and the Dog certainly did an outstanding job delivering some fairly entertaining stunts at points. I like the thought of incorporating the marines into the film but sadly Max is hardly a marine for long and it becomes another story of a boy and his dog. Then it takes away from the bond between the boy and his dog for a sometimes ridiculous crime story. I think there are certainly some things to be enjoyed about Max and it can be a good watch for a family but it really shouldn't turn any heads.… Expand

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willm

Jul 4, 2016

Perhaps if there were more advertising as to what this movie is actually about, it would have been more enjoyable for me. Unfortunately, Max is a film that takes every single American family movie stereotype and blasts it into an unwatchable disaster. The film struggles to find what it wantsPerhaps if there were more advertising as to what this movie is actually about, it would have been more enjoyable for me. Unfortunately, Max is a film that takes every single American family movie stereotype and blasts it into an unwatchable disaster. The film struggles to find what it wants to show as the plot and moves all over the place. None of the characters develop in any way worth mentioning. However if you have a kid who can only comprehend basic English and likes "doggies" then this movie is perfect for that child.… Expand

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TheKavehJ

Oct 30, 2015

Honestly, Max is a silly bore from start to finish. Even kids will find themselves asking when the movie ends. A waste of time and money. Max is a disgrace to film making itself.

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