Carl's Date

New adventure. Same wingman.

2023 • 9 min • Animation · Family · Comedy · Romance

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Synopsis

Carl Fredricksen reluctantly agrees to go on a date with a lady friend—but admittedly has no idea how dating works these days. Ever the helpful friend, Dug steps in to calm Carl's pre-date jitters and offer some tried-and-true tips for making friends—if you're a dog.

Our family guide

Best from age 4

Movie Knight Score

456 reviews

100 Reviewers · 1 · 51%
74 Audience · 455 · 49%

Carl, an elderly widower, is encouraged to go on his first date since his beloved wife Ellie passed away. With the help of his talking dog, Dug, Carl navigates his pre-date jitters and prepares for a new romantic adventure.

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

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What it models well

Embracing new experiences
The power of friendship
Overcoming shyness
Continuing to live fully

Talk about it after

How can friends help us when we
When is it okay to feel nervous?
What does it mean to be a good friend?
Why is it important to try new things?

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Top billed cast

Director: Bob Peterson • Crew: Bob Peterson

Trailers & clips

Official Trailer

Reviewer notes

Recommended
"Carl" is a widower struggling to get back into the dating game following the death of his much loved wife. Fortunately, he has his savvy mutt "Dug" to help him choose his clothes and to generally get his mojo back - only this four-legged friend tends to think of things rather more in doggy terms than in human ones. It's a fun, short and sweet, glimpse at the couple and their interdependence and moves along nicely...
Geronimo1967, TMDB Community