Homeward Bound
Homeward Bound

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Homeward Bound

1980
Movie
120 min
English

The relationship among a divorced man, his incurably ill teenage son, and his long-estranged father is explored when the youngster joins his dad for one final summer vacation and they end up at the grandfather's vineyard where he reconciles the two older men.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users89%
Director: Duwayne DunhamGenres: Adventure, Family, Comedy

Plot Summary

Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey tells the story of three beloved household pets who are accidentally left behind by their owners. A golden retriever named Shadow, a sassy Himalayan cat named Sassy, and a fearless American bulldog named Chance embark on an arduous and perilous 250-mile journey across the wilderness to reunite with their family. Facing natural dangers and their own inner struggles, they must rely on each other's unique strengths to survive and find their way home.

Critical Reception

Homeward Bound was a commercial success and generally well-received by audiences, particularly families. Critics praised its heartwarming story, the performances of the voice actors, and the animal performances, though some found the plot predictable and overly sentimental. It is remembered fondly as a classic family film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartwarming and emotional journey of animal companionship.

  • The voice cast, particularly Michael J. Fox as Chance, received positive remarks.

  • While predictable, the film's adventure and focus on the pets' bond resonated with viewers.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's heartwarming story about the bond between pets and their owners, and the incredible adventure the animals undertook. Many viewers found it to be a touching and entertaining movie for the whole family, appreciating the animal performances and the emotional journey.

Fun Fact

The iconic "Homeward Bound" theme song was performed by the band Heart.

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