A.R.C.H.I.E. 2: Mission Impawsible
A.R.C.H.I.E. 2: Mission Impawsible

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A.R.C.H.I.E. 2: Mission Impawsible

2018
Movie
82 min
English

In this sequel, the super intelligent artificial robotronic dog, Archie, befriends Gregory, a young boy who is the son of a carnival owner. Gregory is concerned that someone has been stealing from the carnival and enlists his new friend to help find the culprit.

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Director: Steven L. JeffriesGenres: Family, Adventure, Comedy

Plot Summary

A super-intelligent dog named Archie, who possesses the ability to talk, is on a mission to prevent a villainous dogcatcher from taking over the city. With the help of his human friends and a team of other canine agents, Archie must use his wits and unique skills to overcome obstacles and save his city from a furry menace.

Critical Reception

The film generally received mixed to negative reviews, primarily seen as a lighthearted family film with a predictable plot. While some critics appreciated its comedic elements and aimed at a younger audience, others found it to be derivative and lacking in originality. Audience reception was similarly mild, with its target demographic often being its main advocates.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable but harmless adventure for young children.

  • Relies heavily on talking animal tropes with limited success.

  • Lacks the charm and wit of more successful family films in the genre.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce for this title, but generally, it is perceived as a basic children's movie with some fun moments for younger viewers. Some users found the talking dog concept amusing, while others considered it to be a bit silly and uninspired.

Fun Fact

The film is a sequel to the 2016 movie "A.R.C.H.I.E.", which also featured the talking robot dog.

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