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Bolt
PG

Bolt

Fully Awesome.

2008 • 98 min • Animation · Family · Adventure · Comedy

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Synopsis

Bolt is the star of the biggest show in Hollywood. The only problem is, he thinks it's real. After he's accidentally shipped to New York City and separated from Penny, his beloved co-star and owner, Bolt must harness all his "super powers" to find a way home.

Our family guide

Best from age 6
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  • 100 Reviewers · 3 · 53%
  • 66 Audience · 6592 · 47%

Bolt, a TV dog star, believes his superpowers are real. Accidentally shipped across the country, he embarks on a real-world adventure to reunite with his owner, Penny, learning about friendship and reality along the way.

Violence & peril
2/10
Language
1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
0/10
Romance & sensuality
0/10
Scary moments
2/10

Heads up

  • Some cartoon peril and chases
  • Brief emotional moments of separation

What it models well

  • Loyalty to family and friends
  • Self-discovery
  • Courage and perseverance
  • The power of imagination

Talk about it after

  • Distinguishing fantasy from reality
  • The importance of teamwork
  • Overcoming fears

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Top billed cast

Director: Chris Williams, Byron Howard • Crew: Dan Fogelman, Chris Williams

Trailers & clips

Act, Speak! The Voices of Bolt

Bolt - Official® Trailer 2 [HD]

Bolt - Official® Trailer 1 [HD]

Bolt

Bolt Full Trailer

Bolt - Pigeons Clip

Reviewer notes

Recommended

This starts off quite entertainingly with "Penny" and her super-hero dog "Bolt" having to thwart the evil plans of the dastardly "Dr. Calico". She's on her glorified scooter and he just on his four paws - but they are not daunted by the overwhelming forces arrayed against them as they try to get to the airport. Well, that's when we realise that this is a television show and there'll be another edition tomorrow.…

RecommendedTrusted family reviewers

My daughter wanted this movie. I had it for years before I ever watched it. It was actually a decent movie. I was surprised.

RecommendedTrusted family reviewers

Excellent. <em>'Bolt'</em> is all a joy to watch. On paper, the premise can look a bit ridiculous, don't get me wrong it is, but the film manages to not only make it entertaining but to also make it both amusing and heartwarming. The opening scenes are superbly done, when the cat (dog?) gets let out the bag, so to speak, it does take a few moments to regain its footing but quickly turns into a lot of fun.…

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Details

TMDB audience
6.6/10 (6,592)
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Budget
$150,000,000
Box office
$309,979,994
IMDb
tt0397892
Official site
movies.disney.com

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