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Underdog

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After a lab accident gives him extraordinary powers, including the ability to speak, a canine declares himself the protector of Capitol City and, especially, of a fetching spaniel named Polly Purebred. Underdog must save the day when evil scientist Simon Barsinister and his giant henchman hatch a plot to destroy Capitol City.

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Critics Consensus

Underdog is a mostly forgettable adaptation that relies far too heavily on recycled material and sloppy production.

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Tim Grierson Screen International 07/23/2008
Underdog works best when spoofing superhero conventions, but the film goes to the dogs thanks to a drab story and frequent stabs at heartwarming bromides. Go to Full Review James Rocarols BBC.com 02/05/2008
2/5
At just over 80 minutes it feels not so much like a proper film as a piece of extended filler for slow afternoons on Disney's TV channels. Go to Full Review Anna Smith Empire Magazine 02/01/2008
2/5
Despite the talent on show, there's little to distinguish this from any other bland family comedy. Go to Full Review Tim Brayton Alternate Ending 08/04/2022
1.5/5
An odd little time capsule, and that’s better than nothing. Barely. Go to Full Review Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com 09/26/2020
2.5/4.0
A film that is safe for the entire family. Go to Full Review Kevin Carr 7M Pictures 08/17/2008
2/5
Underdog as a film is not totally worthless. It's a winner with kids, as is anything with a talking dog. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Verril Manuel A @RT51513748 Mar 7 This Movie is Actually Rip-Off Krypto the Superdog Movie!! See more Vabian G @RT14003304 Mar 7 This Movie is Actually Rip-Off Krypto the Superdog Movie!! See more Vanguard Man V @Vanguard_Guy Mar 7 This Movie is Actually Rip-Off Krypto the Superdog Movie!! See more thiago S @Thiagostone Feb 26 Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom See more Stephen C @bob25009 Jul 11 Funny in 1 1/3 hours!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated PG for Mild Language, Action and Rude Humor!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The USA grossed over $43,800,000.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Jason Lee plays the voice of Underdog and Jim Belushi plays Dan Unger!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more Adelynn P @RT80555929 05/13/2025 CHILDHOOD FAVORITE!! SO CUTE. DAVE SEVILLE VOICES SHOESHINE. LEMONY SNICKET IS IN IT AS WELL See more Read all reviews
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Frederik Du Chau

Director

Jason Lee

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Jim Belushi

Dan Unger

Peter Dinklage

Simon Barsinister

Patrick Warburton

Cad

Alex Neuberger

Jack

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Synopsis After a lab accident gives him extraordinary powers, including the ability to speak, a canine declares himself the protector of Capitol City and, especially, of a fetching spaniel named Polly Purebred. Underdog must save the day when evil scientist Simon Barsinister and his giant henchman hatch a plot to destroy Capitol City.
Director
Frederik Du Chau
Producer
Gary Barber, Roger Birnbaum, Jay Polstein, Jonathan Glickman
Screenwriter
Adam Rifkin, Joe Piscatella, Craig A. Williams
Distributor
Buena Vista Pictures
Production Co
Spyglass Entertainment
Rating
PG (Mild Language|Action|Rude Humor)
Genre
Kids & Family, Adventure, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 3, 2007, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 8, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$43.8M
Runtime
1h 20m
Sound Mix
Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)