Fido
Fido

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Fido

2006
Movie
92 min
English

Timmy Robinson's best friend in the whole wide world is a six-foot tall rotting zombie named Fido. But when Fido eats the next-door neighbor, Mom and Dad hit the roof, and Timmy has to go to the ends of the earth to keep Fido a part of the family. A boy-and-his-dog movie for grown ups, "Fido" will rip your heart out.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes76%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users79%
Director: Andrew CurrieGenres: Comedy, Horror, Romance

Plot Summary

In a retro-futuristic 1950s America, zombies are domesticated and kept as pets after a mysterious meteor shower. Young Timmy discovers a zombie named Fido, whom his mother tries to get rid of due to her own past trauma with the undead. As Fido becomes integrated into the family, Timmy and Fido form an unlikely bond, navigating the social anxieties and dangers of a world where the line between human and zombie is carefully maintained.

Critical Reception

Fido received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique premise, blend of dark humor and zombie horror, and its surprisingly heartfelt story. The film was noted for its creative take on the zombie genre and its charming performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charmingly quirky and funny zombie comedy with a surprisingly sweet core.

  • Offers a fresh and imaginative twist on the zombie apocalypse trope.

  • Billy Connolly delivers a standout performance as the titular zombie.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed Fido for its originality and humor, appreciating the blend of horror elements with a heartwarming story. Some viewers found the pacing a bit slow in parts, but the overall sentiment was positive, with many highlighting the creative world-building and character relationships.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Feature Film at the Leo Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's distinctive visual style was inspired by mid-century American B-movies and 1950s domestic comedies, creating a unique aesthetic where domesticity clashes with the undead.

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