Jack the Dog (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 2001, Jack the Dog is a comedy and drama film directed by Bobby Roth, running about 85 minutes. “Sometimes you can teach an old dog..."new tricks"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jack is a womanizer, but settles down with Faith. When the marriage falls apart due to Jack's desire for women, he gets shared custody of his son. Living with his son, slowly things in the mind of Jack are changing.
Who’s in it. Jack the Dog stars Nestor Carbonell as Jack the Dog, Barbara Williams as Faith, Andrew J. Ferchland as Sam and Travis Fine as Buddy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Jack the Dog has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jack the Dog page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jack the Dog tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jack the Dog (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jack the Dog change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jack the Dog worth watching?
- Jack the Dog holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jack the Dog?
- Jack the Dog stars Nestor Carbonell, Barbara Williams, Andrew J. Ferchland, Travis Fine and Barry Newman.
- When was Jack the Dog released?
- Jack the Dog was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.