Legendary Writer and Director, Peter Hastings Talks about his new DreamWorks Animated Feature, ‘Dog Man‘ coming home April 1, 2025 on Blu-ray.
Part man, part dog, all hero. As the ‘Dog Man‘ graphic novel film adaptation continues to capture the hearts of audiences in theaters, this animated comedy adventure for the whole family will be available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent February 18, 2025, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Fans will also get access to exclusive deleted scenes, how-to-draw tutorials from the animators themselves, recording booth bloopers, and more when they purchase from participating digital retailers nationwide, including Apple TV, Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu), Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Microsoft Movies & TV, and Movies Anywhere. Packed with humor, heart, and tail-wagging action, Dog Man will also debut on Blu-ray™ and DVD on April 1, 2025.
From DreamWorks Animation – creators of How to Train Your Dragon and The Wild Robot – comes the canine crime-fighting film adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s beloved literary phenomenon: Dog Man. The story follows a heroic police dog and his human officer owner who are injured in the line of duty. A wild surgery fuses the two together, creating the unique and lovable character, Dog Man! As Dog Man learns to embrace his new identity and seeks to impress his Chief (voiced by Lil Rel Howery, Get Out), he faces the villainous Petey the Cat (voiced by Pete Davidson, Saturday Night Live), who has a sinister plan to clone himself and create an evil kitten. Along the way, Dog Man’s unlikely bond with the kitten reveals the power of family to transform even the fiercest foes.
Directed and written by Peter Hastings, known for his work on The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants and Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness, this adaptation brings the world of Dog Man to vibrant life. The film also features a star-studded voice cast, including Isla Fisher (Wedding Crashers, Rango), Poppy Liu (Hacks, The Afterparty), Stephen Root (Barry, King of the Hill), Billy Boyd (Lord of the Rings franchise, Seed of Chucky), and Ricky Gervais (The Office, Extras). Produced by Karen Foster, this film is a joyous celebration of friendship, heroism, and fun.
We had the pleasure of speaking with Peter Hastings, who opened up about his incredible career in animation and the challenges of adapting the Dog Man books into a movie. Hastings shared his thoughts on the delicate balance between remaining true to the graphic novels that fans love while making sure the animation medium delivers its own unique flair. It was clear that staying faithful to the heart and humor of Dav Pilkey’s work was paramount, yet translating that into animation meant embracing new storytelling tools and a fresh visual style.
Hastings also spoke about the incredible voice cast, noting how each performer brought something special to their characters, adding layers to the familiar faces from the books. The cast’s energy and chemistry were essential to bringing these animated characters to life in a way that would resonate with both fans of the original books and a new generation of viewers.
The movie is not only a celebration of Dog Man’s existing fanbase but also an opportunity to capture a wider audience with the power of animation and humor. Hastings expressed his excitement at the film’s potential to engage viewers who might be experiencing Dog Man for the first time while delivering the same joy that long-time fans expect.
Whether you’re a fan of the books or new to the world of ‘Dog Man‘, this animated film adaptation is sure to leave you laughing and inspired.
‘Dog Man‘ comes home April 1, 2025.
EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES WHEN YOU PURCHASE AT PARTICIPATING RETAILERS:
- DELETED AND EXTENDED SCENES WITH INTRODUCTIONS BY SCREENWRITER/DIRECTOR PETER HASTINGS
- Sewer Ball Chase
- Petey Robs Bank of Jim
- Li’l Petey Adoption People
- Petey Puppet Time
- Dog Man Chopper Hang Glider
- Revenge of the Bank of Jim
- Butler Business
- Flippy in Jail Epilogue
- MEET THE PACK: Go behind the scenes of the DOG MAN recording sessions as we meet the actors who brought the characters to life and watch them perform some of their silliest lines!
- THE MAKING OF DOG MAN: A SARAH HATOFF EXCLUSIVE: Ace reporter Sarah Hatoff delivers a special report on the making of DOG MAN! Learn about the story, characters, and comic book animation behind Dog Man’s big screen debut!
- HOWL TO DRAW FLIP-O-RAMA STYLE: Join head of story Anthony Zierhut as he teaches how to draw Dog Man, Petey, and Li’l Petey, then learn how to transform your drawings into a Flip-O-Rama!
- Dog Man
- Petey
- Li’l Petey
- Flip-O-Rama
- HOWL TO MAKE DOUGHNUTS FOR DOGS: Police officers and dogs both love one thing…doughnuts! We’ll show you how to make your own Fido-friendly doughnuts for your canine best friend.
- FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH SCREENWRITER/DIRECTOR PETER HASTINGS
