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Gooby

  • 2009
  • PG
  • 1h 35m
IMDb RATING
2.9/10
1K
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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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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.

  • Director
    • Wilson Coneybeare
  • Writer
    • Wilson Coneybeare
  • Stars
    • Robbie Coltrane
    • David James Elliott
    • Ingrid Kavelaars
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  • IMDb RATING
    2.9/10
    1K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Wilson Coneybeare
    • Writer
      • Wilson Coneybeare
    • Stars
      • Robbie Coltrane
      • David James Elliott
      • Ingrid Kavelaars
    • 27User reviews
    • 8Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win total

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    Robbie Coltrane
    Robbie Coltrane
    • Gooby
    • (voice)
    David James Elliott
    David James Elliott
    • Jack Dandridge
    Ingrid Kavelaars
    Ingrid Kavelaars
    • Elize
    Eugene Levy
    Eugene Levy
    • Mr. Nerdlinger
    Matthew Knight
    Matthew Knight
    • Willy
    Derek Scott
    Derek Scott
    • Gooby
    Mary Haney
    • Mrs. Williams
    Len Doncheff
    Len Doncheff
    • Mr. Ogilvey
    Paula Boudreau
    Paula Boudreau
    • Mrs. Deacon
    Elle Downs
    Elle Downs
    • Mrs. Donnelly
    Ricky Hegarty
    • Colin
    Luke Bilyk
    Luke Bilyk
    • Cute Kid
    Alexander Conti
    Alexander Conti
    • Eric
    Christina Bilyk
    • Rona Cashier
    Tyler Khan
    • Kid on Bench
    Mathew Peart
    • Big Bruce
    Jack Duffy
    Jack Duffy
    • Grocery Store Manager
    Judy Sinclair
    • Grocery Store Lady
    • Director
      • Wilson Coneybeare
    • Writer
      • Wilson Coneybeare
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews27

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    windsweptme

    A waste of good talent and looks...

    WHEN is someone going to write a GOOD script for David James Elliott?? He's proved well beyond any doubt that he can carry a good show/movie, working for some of the biggest and successful names in the business. Now he's doing kid movies and obviously poor script opportunities. I've been amazed at what he's had to stoop to, to support his family.

    Where is Bellisario now? What about Bellisario's next new series?; or even an updating of his character from JAG? I've heard many people miss the show and are upset to only find an occasional episode on USA network/channel. Many feel it could have a comeback with more current times and themes. It is, after all, the semi-spin-off for NCIS 1 and 2, frequently strolling many JAG actors and characters through the story lines. I'd LOVE to see DJE in a good solid role again, playing the type of character he can challenge and make his own, and not be canceled after a season...

    Go for shows that aren't duplicates of all the others. Look what USA network/channel has done with unique story lines; no carbon copy shows, and they are QUITE successful. Find one that fits D J Elliott because the man deserves much better than he's been offered. Pretty soon the poor guy will be lowered to commercials--- when you really have at least a Pierce Brosnan and potentially a Tom Selleck at hand;-- if he could get a chance to really work out some of his better challenges as an actor.
    2mcwhammer

    Teddy Ruxpin is back, and creepier than ever.

    This is a very odd movie, from beginning to end. From the start, there is a very big disconnect between the voice & the character of Gooby. With Gooby being a man in a suit, how were they unable to get Robbie Coltrane to just climb into the suit? When the voice doesn't match the face, things can only go downhill from there. Matthew Knight happens to be a talented young actor, as the boy who owns Gooby, but I think his talents are wasted in this role.

    Gooby is supposed to be the star, and I could not look past the suit to see the character he was portraying - partly because of the way his eyes are painted on in-expressively. The film has a small amount of quirkiness, notably the fact that Gooby retains his "cleaning instructions" tag sewn into his side, but other than that, there's really nothing to recommend. I think kids and adults will be more freaked out by this large stuffed creature than happy to see him.
    7keenan328

    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.
    3Reno-Rangan

    Not a superhero to save the world, just a mischievous toyfriend.

    The outcome was as expected, so I haven't disappointed with it. But sparing time for it was the big decision I had made, knowing a film not for my age. Without a single bit of graphics they have managed it well to tell a story. The production was decent, but the story was too predictable with a below average jokes. I just wanted to clear the air that I was not bored of it, simply not my type of entertainment film, that's all.

    Perhaps the adult comedy, 'Ted' might have inspired by this, except it is a children's film. The actors were decent, because they did not get a challenging role. With a giant Ted in the title role, it should have been an adventure film. He's here to help the kid and I think his character did nothing big achievement rather boring writing of his character.

    Everyone knows that's a man was inside the fur, so the stunts would have not cost too much if they had used a stunt artist. Because adding a couple of those scenes would have given a reason for the audience to cheer. The end was a loop, they kept it that way, in case of a sequel planned in the future. But I hope they won't make it, unless a very adventurous. Not recommended unless you plan to show it for your kids.

    3/10
    1kylerhempstead

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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.
    • Quotes

      Gooby: No snot about it!

    • Crazy credits
      Child Wranglers: Pam Breck, Frank Morrison (at 1:35:34)
    • Connections
      Featured in Obscurus Lupa Presents: 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

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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
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $3,234
    • Gross worldwide
      • $3,234
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 35m(95 min)
    • Color
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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