Space Buddies
Space Buddies

Space Buddies

2009Movie84 minEnglish

B-Dawg, Mudbud, Budderball, and all the rest of the Buddies are back, but this time, they're setting their sights even higher -- as in, the moon! With the help of their new pals Spudnick (voiced by Jason Earles) and Gravity, these pooches are go for launch. But to pull off their moon landing and make it home safely, our canine heroes will have to summon all their bravery and imagination...

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IMDb4.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes10%
Metacritic21/100
Google Users59%
Director: Robert VinceGenres: Adventure, Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

The "Buddies" embark on their most ambitious adventure yet when they stow away on a spaceship bound for the Moon. Guided by a wise-cracking ship's computer and the ghost of their legendary astronaut hero, the dogs must overcome numerous challenges to complete their mission. They even encounter alien life and a surprise visitor from Earth.

Critical Reception

Space Buddies received generally negative reviews from critics and was seen as a formulaic and uninspired entry in the franchise. While it appealed to its target young audience with its lighthearted adventure and talking animals, it was criticized for its predictable plot and lack of originality. Audience reception was mixed, with many finding it a harmless, if forgettable, family film.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable and uninspired family film lacking originality.
  • Relies heavily on talking animals and slapstick humor, which may appeal to very young children.
  • Criticized for its weak plot and reliance on tired clichés.

Google audience: Google users generally found "Space Buddies" to be an acceptable, though not remarkable, children's movie. While many appreciated the cute talking dogs and the lighthearted space adventure, some felt the plot was too simple and predictable. It's considered a decent option for entertaining young kids, but not one that particularly stands out.

Fun Fact

The film features a voice cameo by pop singer and actress Michelle Trachtenberg as the spaceship's computer, "Brain." She also voiced the character "Daisy" in the previous installment, 'Snow Buddies.'

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