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.
Acting
Ed Asner's final performance as Carl—bittersweet perfection.
Writing
Dug translating dog logic to human romance is peak comedy.
Practical Effects
Proof that 9 minutes can hit harder than 90.
Director
Bob Peterson
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Ed Asner recorded his lines before his death in 2021, making this his farewell to the character he voiced for 13 years.
This short quietly confirms Carl's house finally landed where it belonged—next to Paradise Falls, just as Ellie dreamed.
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