Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero

Name: Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero
Genre: Adventure, History, War, Animation, Family
Released: April 13, 2018
Duration: 84 min
Rating: 58
Cast: Audrey Sablé, Brian Cook, Christophe Lemoine, Coline Haas, David Blin

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Fun Academy Motion Pictures | Release Date: April 13, 2018 | PG

Starring: Audrey Sablé, Brian Cook, Christophe Lemoine, Coline Haas, David Blin, Gérard Depardieu, Guillaume Sentou, Helena Bonham Carter, Jason Ezzell, Jim Pharr, Jordan Beck, Logan Lerman, Nicholas Rulon, Pierre-Marie Rochefort-Schneider

Summary: With the war to end all wars looming, a young army "doughboy" Robert Conroy has his life forever changed when a little dog with a stubby tail wanders into camp as the men of the 102nd Infantry Regiment train on the grounds of Yale University. Conroy gives his new friend a name, a family, and a chance to embark on the adventure that wouldWith the war to end all wars looming, a young army "doughboy" Robert Conroy has his life forever changed when a little dog with a stubby tail wanders into camp as the men of the 102nd Infantry Regiment train on the grounds of Yale University. Conroy gives his new friend a name, a family, and a chance to embark on the adventure that would define a century. Despite lacking formal military working dog training, Stubby the dog and his human companions find themselves in the trenches of France and on the path to history. French Infantryman Gaston Baptiste befriends the duo and accompanies them along their epic journey through harsh conditions and incredible acts of courage. For his valorous actions, Stubby is recognized as the first canine ever promoted to the rank of Sergeant in U.S. Army history.… Expand

Director: Richard Lanni

Genre(s): Adventure, History, War, Animation, Family

Rating: PG

Runtime: 84 min

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Bobby LePire

Aug 19, 2019

Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero is a highly enjoyable and very well made animated feature. It has something for the whole family, is visually impressive with excellent animation, and a fantastic voice cast. Read full review

RogerEbert.com Susan Wloszczyna

Apr 13, 2018

Much like the way that Stubby was often underestimated before he found his calling, I came into this film not expecting how much I would appreciate a more thoughtful use of animation to tell an engaging story. Read full review

Joe Leydon

Apr 18, 2018

The film is sufficiently intelligent and entertaining to engage most grown-ups and, no kidding, fascinate history buffs. Read full review

Jordan Mintzer

Apr 12, 2018

Stubby hardly shies away from the tough realities of what was known as the War to End All Wars, and it feels both proficiently documented and generally credible, even if it’s hard to believe that a dog did everything you see happening on screen. Read full review

Inkoo Kang

Apr 14, 2018

At 75 minutes, the resulting feature is the definition of slight, but just winsome and optimistic enough to justify itself. Read full review

Ben Kenigsberg

Apr 12, 2018

The director, Richard Lanni, whose biography also cites work as a battlefield tour guide, manages a fair amount of wit, particularly with a postcard montage of Stubby’s first trip to Paris. Read full review

Jesse Hassenger

Apr 10, 2018

Though little about the technical skill of Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero brings to mind Spielberg, it’s hard not to think of "War Horse." Read full review

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Icefyre

Jul 11, 2021

This was a very insightful and inspiring movie, even though I am not a dog.

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ErikWest

Apr 15, 2018

This endearing story strikes (an often difficult) balance between furry, funny, historical accuracy, and the human costs of war. An underdog tale for parents and kids with timely and kind historical lessons for all of us about how important it is to get along despite cultural and otherThis endearing story strikes (an often difficult) balance between furry, funny, historical accuracy, and the human costs of war. An underdog tale for parents and kids with timely and kind historical lessons for all of us about how important it is to get along despite cultural and other differences. Anyone remember laughs and smiles on family movie night? It is back with Sgt. Stubby!!… Expand

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Scotty795

Jul 15, 2019

A near perfect movie. An incredible true story brilliantly brought to life. From start to finish a fun and thrilling ride for the whole family. Sgt. Stubby was extremely entertaining and captivating. The story, along with the characters, were deep, rich and immediately loved by the audience.A near perfect movie. An incredible true story brilliantly brought to life. From start to finish a fun and thrilling ride for the whole family. Sgt. Stubby was extremely entertaining and captivating. The story, along with the characters, were deep, rich and immediately loved by the audience. Highly recommended for the whole family.… Expand

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TheRatingForest

May 5, 2018

Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero. This movie is positive and fine. Really good exactly!

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shpostal

Apr 13, 2018

This is a very different use of computer animation and will demonstrate that realistic and historical movies aimed at younger viewers while not being childish to adult viewers has its place in the movie world. It is one of those movies that one can appreciate for its intent as well asThis is a very different use of computer animation and will demonstrate that realistic and historical movies aimed at younger viewers while not being childish to adult viewers has its place in the movie world. It is one of those movies that one can appreciate for its intent as well as its execution. Truly, those critics who pan it don't really have a leg to stand on, as one critic even wanted it to be more intense. Sgt. Stubby was a real dog, and the movie is true. He was very smart and very brave. The movie doesn't say so, but this true hero lived until 1926, and was mounted as a tribute to his service to the lucky American doughboys and French soldiers he helped save. Obviously, the writers knowing kids would want to see this movie had to tread very very carefully, on the one hand celebrating this pooch, and demonstrating without the gore and as much horror the conditions soldiers on all sides suffered as they were forced to fight, be injured, and die at the whim of a handful of ignoramus royalty spread across the continent. Nor can the unfathomable terrors of Verdun, the first Ardennes campaign that would repeat itself in the Battle of the Bulge in 1944, or the incessant rain and mud so deep than soldiers drowned in it. But we do get a look at the apprehension and fear, loneliness for home, the dugouts and trenches, the gas attacks and a sanitized but still effective depictions of No Man's Land, where Stubby was instrumental in spotting wounded men, and running back to his trench to "tell" the soldiers and medics where the fallen soldier lay, either on the ground or buried in a collapsed trench. It's a touching movie, and the animals act like real animals. There are a few cute and funny moments, but overall "Sgt. Stubby" is an instructional tale, and brings attention to those brave souls who fought in the bloodiest and deadly war of the last century. I certainly hope this film is successful, because it could be a bellweather for more animated but true stories from history, and our kids and adults too could watch a movie that entertains and educates. One certainly can't find fault with that.… Expand

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