Clifford the Big Red Dog

About Clifford the Big Red Dog

Clifford the Big Red Dog is a 2021 American family comedy-drama film based on Norman Bridwell's series of children's books of the same name. The movie tells the story of Emily Elizabeth, a middle-schooler, who encounters a magical animal rescuer that gifts her a little red puppy. Overnight, Clifford becomes a giant red dog, which leads to numerous fun and challenges. The movie is filled with humor, magic, affection, and lessons about acceptance and kindness.

Making / Production

Directed by Walt Becker, the film is produced by Paramount Pictures, Scholastic Entertainment, and New Republic Pictures. Screenplay is done by Jay Scherick, David Ronn and Blaise Hemingway. The movie combines live action with CGI to bring the iconic big red dog on screen.

Actors

• Darby Camp as Emily Elizabeth Howard: An adventurous middle schooler who becomes Clifford’s owner.
• Jack Whitehall as Uncle Casey: A quirky and fun-loving character who assists Emily.
• John Cleese as Mr. Bridwell: The magical animal rescuer who gifts Emily a small red puppy that turns into Clifford.
• Sienna Guillory and David Alan Grier as Emily’s mom and dad: They play supportive parents navigating through the challenges with Clifford.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film is based on the beloved Scholastic Book Series 'Clifford the Big Red Dog' by Norman Bridwell, which has sold more than 133 million copies worldwide since first publishing in 1963.
• The movie combines live action with CGI (computer-generated imagery) for Clifford.

Quotes

• "There are times when it is okay to be scared. Be the one who is strong for those you love. Be their protector. Be their friend. Be their big red dog." - Mr. Bridwell
• “In New York, you can be anything you want. Just don’t forget to be yourself." - Uncle Casey

Music, Soundtrack

• The film’s lively and playful scoring and soundtrack brings to life the magic and excitement of Clifford’s adventures. The music is composed by John Debney.