About Diary of A Wimpy Kid: Dog Days

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days is a 2012 American comedy film directed by David Bowers from a screenplay by Wallace Wolodarsky and Maya Forbes. It was the third installment in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid film series, following 2010's Diary of a Wimpy Kid and 2011's Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules. The plot centers on the mischievous protagonist, Greg Heffley, who hatches a plan to pretend he has a job at a ritzy country club – which fails to keep him away from the season’s dog days, including embarrassing mishaps at a public pool and a camping trip that goes horribly wrong.

Making / Production

David Bowers returned as the director of the movie, following his work in the previous installment. The film was produced by Color Force and distributed by 20th Century Fox. The production and filming primarily took place in Vancouver, Canada.

Actors

• Zachary Gordon played the role of Greg Heffley, effectively portraying the lazy yet creative protagonist.
• Robert Capron as Rowley Jefferson, Greg's loyal and slightly naive best friend.
• Rachael Harris depicted the role of Greg's mom, shaping her character as the heart of the Heffley family.
• Devon Bostick as Rodrick, excellently depicted the annoying older brother persona, adding comic relief to the storyline.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was announced just three days after Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules hit cinemas.
• Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days is based on both the third book (The Last Straw) and the fourth book (Dog Days) in the book series.
• This was the last film in the series that included the original cast members.

Quotes

• "Who needs 'em? All they do is ruin your good times." - Greg Heffley on parents.
• "Don't ever ask your brother for advice." - Greg Heffley.

Music, Soundtrack

• "Come on, Come on" by Cheap Trick
• "Aloha, Ia O Waiana" by Ledward Kaapana
• "Baby" by Justin Bieber featuring Ludacris