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A rather kinky tale of survival. - A Boy and His Dog
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Title: A Boy and His Dog

Release Date: 23 Mar 1975

Runtime: 1h 30m

Genre: Drama, Science Fiction, Comedy

Director: LQ/JAF

Production Companies: LQ/JAF

Overview: Set in the year 2024 in post-apocalyptic America, 18-year old Vic and his telepathic dog, Blood, are scavengers in the desolate wilderness ravaged by World War IV, where survivors must battle for food and shelter in the desert-like wasteland. Vic and Blood eke out a meager existence, foraging for food and fighting gangs of cutthroats.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 6.3 (341 votes)

Cast

  • Vic: Don Johnson
  • Quilla June Holmes: Susanne Benton
  • Lou Craddock: Jason Robards
  • Blood (Voice): Tim McIntire
  • Dr. Moore: Alvy Moore
  • Mez Smith: Helene Winston
  • Preacher: Charles McGraw
  • Michael: Hal Baylor
  • Fellini: Ron Feinberg
  • Gery: Michael Rupert
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