The Shaggy D.A.

The Shaggy D.A.

1976 · 91 min · EN · G · 5.8 (88 votes)
Dir. Robert Stevenson · Starring Dean Jones, Suzanne Pleshette, Tim Conway, Keenan Wynn, Jo Anne Worley, Dick Van Patten · Music Buddy Baker · The Shaggy Dog Collection

“The Only Candidate with a Law Degree and a Pedigree!”

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Wilby Daniels, a successful lawyer running for District Attorney, suddenly finds himself being transformed into an English sheepdog. Somehow he has to keep his change a secret and find just what is causing it, all the while eluding the local dog catcher.

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A goofy, lighthearted romp where a lawyer turns into a dog. It's a charmingly silly premise filled with mild hijinks and a feel-good resolution, perfect for a cozy family watch.

lightheartedwhimsicalgoofycharmingsteadyfamily-friendly comedylight fantasy70s suburbanidentitytransformationanimal perspective
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lawyerdogdistrict attorney
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