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Gooby

  • 20092009
  • PGPG
  • 1h 35m
IMDb RATING
2.9/10
875
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Gooby (2009)
 Imagine if you had a six-foot tall monster-like pal to help you through the rough times when you were a kid!

Willy (Matthew Knight) is terrified about moving into the familyÂ’s new house. HeÂ’s convinced itÂ’s filled with evil space aliens out to get him. In response to his longing for someone to save him, Gooby (voiced by Robbie Coltrane, Harry PotterÂ’s Hagrid) comes to life as a big, lovable, scruffy creature who quite possibly may be more frightened of
the world than Willy. The two new pals embark on hair-raising adventures and learn about courage and the power of friendship all the while with Eugene Levy (Night at the Museum) on their trail. In the end, Gooby fulfills Willy’s wish by bringing Willy and his dad (David James Elliott, “JAG”) together in a heart-warming and exciting climax.
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  • Family
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Eleven year old Willy's childhood toy, Gooby, comes to life as a real, live, six-foot tall monster who helps Willy through rough times, with hair-raising and hilarious adventures.Eleven year old Willy's childhood toy, Gooby, comes to life as a real, live, six-foot tall monster who helps Willy through rough times, with hair-raising and hilarious adventures.Eleven year old Willy's childhood toy, Gooby, comes to life as a real, live, six-foot tall monster who helps Willy through rough times, with hair-raising and hilarious adventures.

IMDb RATING
2.9/10
875
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Wilson Coneybeare
  • Writer
    • Wilson Coneybeare
  • Stars
    • Robbie Coltrane(voice)
    • David James Elliott
    • Ingrid Kavelaars
Top credits
  • Director
    • Wilson Coneybeare
  • Writer
    • Wilson Coneybeare
  • Stars
    • Robbie Coltrane(voice)
    • David James Elliott
    • Ingrid Kavelaars
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 22User reviews
    • 8Critic reviews
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination

    Videos2

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    Photos6

    Robbie Coltrane in Gooby (2009)
    David James Elliott in Gooby (2009)
    Eugene Levy in Gooby (2009)
    Ingrid Kavelaars and Matthew Knight in Gooby (2009)
    David James Elliott, Ingrid Kavelaars, and Matthew Knight in Gooby (2009)

    Top cast

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    Robbie Coltrane
    Robbie Coltrane
    • Goobyas Gooby
    • (voice)
    David James Elliott
    David James Elliott
    • Jack Dandridgeas Jack Dandridge
    Ingrid Kavelaars
    Ingrid Kavelaars
    • Elizeas Elize
    Eugene Levy
    Eugene Levy
    • Mr. Nerdlingeras Mr. Nerdlinger
    Matthew Knight
    Matthew Knight
    • Willyas Willy
    Derek Scott
    Derek Scott
    • Goobyas Gooby
    Mary Haney
    • Mrs. Williamsas Mrs. Williams
    Len Doncheff
    Len Doncheff
    • Mr. Ogilveyas Mr. Ogilvey
    Paula Boudreau
    Paula Boudreau
    • Mrs. Deaconas Mrs. Deacon
    Elle Downs
    Elle Downs
    • Mrs. Donnellyas Mrs. Donnelly
    Ricky Hegarty
    • Colinas Colin
    Luke Bilyk
    Luke Bilyk
    • Cute Kidas Cute Kid
    Alexander Conti
    Alexander Conti
    • Ericas Eric
    Christina Bilyk
    • Rona Cashieras Rona Cashier
    Tyler Khan
    • Kid on Benchas Kid on Bench
    Mathew Peart
    • Big Bruceas Big Bruce
    Jack Duffy
    Jack Duffy
    • Grocery Store Manageras Grocery Store Manager
    Judy Sinclair
    • Grocery Store Ladyas Grocery Store Lady
    • Director
      • Wilson Coneybeare
    • Writer
      • Wilson Coneybeare
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    Eleven year old Willy's childhood toy, Gooby, comes to life as a real, live, six-foot tall monster who helps Willy through rough times, with hair-raising and hilarious adventures.
    • canadian horror
    • psychosis
    • desperate laughter
    • not wearing pants
    • cat food
    • 15 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Because everybody needs a friend.
    • Genres
      • Family
      • Fantasy
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated PG for some mild rude humor and bullying
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The movie had a budget of $6.5 million but only made a mere $3,234 in the box office.
    • Crazy credits
      Child Wranglers: Pam Breck, Frank Morrison (at 1:35:34)
    • Connections
      Featured in Movie Nights: Gooby (2011)
    • Soundtracks
      Invisible
      Written by Micky Erbe & Maribeth Solomon (as Maribeth Soloman)

      Performed by Robbie Coltrane & The Toronto Studio Orchestra

      Also performed by Mike Rocha

      Arranged by Micky Erbe

    User reviews22

    Review
    Top review
    7/10
    It's a Good Wholesome Kids Movie
    No, it isn't Monsters, Inc or Toy Story but a solid, "clean", family film. My kids are 7 & 10 and they enjoyed it. Purposely low end special effects but it produces smiles and lessons in growing up. The parents actions are a bit far-fetched, but hey---it's a movie. If your kids only like high action, semi-violent PG-13 flicks, then this isn't for them. One word review: CUTE. A boy has to move to a new town and school (that's never been done in a movie) and can't make friends (Hmmm?). There's a bully! Inattentive parents. A not-so-great baby sitter. I know what you're thinking...you've seen this all before! But for some reason, it works better than similar flicks. I think "less-is-more" here. Simple story, with a few laughs and some touching moments. The ten and under crowd should love it or they've grown up way too fast.
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    10
    • keenan328
    • Mar 10, 2010

    Details

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    • Release date
      • April 17, 2009 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Canada
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • A Ted Named Gooby
    • Filming locations
      • Barrie, Ontario, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Coneybeare Stories
      • Gooby Entertainment
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $3,234
    • Gross worldwide
      • $3,234
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 35 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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