Tatum's Dog Drama Dominates Netflix Charts

The 2022 drama 'Dog,' starring and co-directed by Channing Tatum, has unexpectedly surged to the top of Netflix's movie charts, three years after its initial theatrical release. This modestly budgeted film marks a departure from typical action-heavy hits, offering a poignant story about a combat veteran tasked with escorting a troubled military dog across the country for a funeral.

Tatum plays Jackson Briggs, who takes on the assignment hoping for redeployment, despite lingering trauma. The narrative centers on his complex relationship with Lulu, a dog prone to violence due to her wartime experiences. The film adeptly portrays their shared brokenness, highlighting the unique bond that forms between the man and the animal as they navigate their individual struggles.

While categorized as a comedy/drama, 'Dog' leans heavily into its emotional core, with humor arising from the interactions between Tatum and the canine performers. The film's success is also attributed to the skilled performances of Britta, Zuza, and Lana, three identical Belgian Malinois dogs who convincingly conveyed Lulu's emotions, proving that animal actors can deliver performances as impactful as their human counterparts.