Heel the love.|Dec. 25, 2008|United States|115 Min.|PG
Genre: Comedy;Family
Description: “Marley & Me” is a 2008 film that tells the heartwarming yet chaotic life story of a couple and their mischievous Labrador retriever. The movie follows newlyweds John and Jenny Grogan as they move from Michigan to South Florida to escape the harsh winters. Both secure jobs at competing newspapers, with Jenny quickly landing prominent assignments while John struggles with mundane tasks like writing obituaries.
When Jenny begins contemplating motherhood, John’s friend suggests adopting a dog to test their readiness for parenthood. They choose a Labrador puppy named Marley, who soon grows into a spirited and unruly dog. Despite enrolling him in obedience classes, Marley’s behavior remains uncontrollable, leading to numerous challenges for the couple.
John eventually starts a column inspired by Marley’s antics, which becomes a hit with readers and boosts the newspaper’s circulation. Amidst the chaos, Jenny faces personal struggles, including a miscarriage, but later gives birth to their first son, Patrick, followed by their second son, Connor. As their family grows, Jenny decides to become a stay-at-home mom, while John takes on a daily column to support them.
The film explores themes of love, family, and the unpredictable joys of pet ownership, capturing the emotional ups and downs of life with Marley.
Cast director: David Frankel
Cast actor: Owen Wilson, Jennifer Aniston, Eric Dane, Kathleen Turner, Alan Arkin, Nathan Gamble, Haley Bennett, Ann Dowd, Clarke Peters, Finley Jacobsen
Original name: Marley & Me