A Dog's Purpose

A dog discovers the meaning of its own existence through the lives of the humans it teaches to laugh and love. Reincarnated as multiple canines over the course of five decades, the lovable pooch develops an unbreakable bond with Ethan.

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Grosses

Domestic (31.5%)
$64,508,620

International (68.5%)
$140,527,199

Worldwide
$205,035,819

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DistributorUniversal Pictures
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Opening$18,222,810
3,059 theaters

Budget$22,000,000

Release DateJan 27, 2017 - May 18, 2017

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Running Time1 hr 40 min

GenresAdventure Comedy Drama Family Fantasy

In Release339 days/48 weeks

Widest Release3,178 theaters

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