Air Bud: Golden Receiver

The Timberwolves are about to unleash their secret weapon.

1998 • 90 min • Comedy · Family

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Synopsis

Josh and Buddy move from basketball to football in this first of several sequels to the original Air Bud.

Our family guide

Best from age 6

Movie Knight Score

194 reviews

51 Audience · 194 · 100%

After moving to a new town, Josh struggles to fit in and tries out for the football team. His golden retriever, Buddy, once again proves his athletic prowess, becoming the star receiver and helping Josh find his place.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

Some mild slapstick comedy.
Brief moments of bullying from older kids.

What it models well

Teamwork and friendship
Believing in yourself
Loyalty and companionship
Accepting new challenges

Talk about it after

Trying new things can be scary but rewarding.
The importance of teamwork and supporting friends.
How pets can be part of the family.
Dealing with bullies or mean people.

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