A boy takes in a stray dog, later finding out that it's an ultra-intelligent runaway from a genetic research lab. Unbeknownst to him, the dog is being stalked by another escaped creature that's not quite so friendly.
Practical Effects
The creature suit is gloriously unhinged rubber nightmare fuel.
Acting
Michael Ironside commits to absurdity with terrifying sincerity.
Score
Synthesizers that scream 'government conspiracy at 3am.'
Director
Jon Hess
Corey Haim
Travis Cornell
Michael Ironside
Lem Johnson
Barbara Williams
Nora Cornell
Lala Sloatman
Tracey
Dale Wilson
Bill Keeshan
Blu Mankuma
Cliff
Duncan Fraser
Sheriff Walt Gaines
Colleen Winton
Deputy Porter
Christopher Cary
TV Newscaster
Don S. Davis
Veterinarian
Lou Bollo
Man By Stream
Jason Priestley
Boy On Bike
Matt Hill
Boy On Bike
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on Dean Koontz's novel, which he famously disowned—along with most of his 80s adaptations.
The 'super-intelligent golden retriever' trope peaked here before Air Bud ruined everything.
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