Plot — What is Rufus about?
Manny has moved to a new school, and it's not easy to fit in. After wishing he had more friends, Manny finds a mysterious collar and puts it on Rufus, the family dog. Suddenly, Rufus turns into a boy! Manny's not sure what to do, so he enrolls Rufus in school. When the other students notice Rufus's silly dog antics -- chasing squirrels, eating without utensils, asking for belly rubs, and catching a soccer ball with his mouth -- he immediately becomes the most popular kid around. Manny is jealous of his new best friend but eventually learns that a dog's loyalty to his owner always comes first.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2016 |
| Genre | TV Movie, Family, Comedy, Fantasy |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 44 min |
| Audience Score | 65% (6.5/10, 69 votes) |
Rufus — FAQ
Is Rufus worth watching? Rufus holds a 6.5/10 rating from 69 viewers. Manny has moved to a new school, and it's not easy to fit in. After wishing he had more friends, Manny finds a mysterious collar and puts it on Rufus, the family dog. Suddenly, Rufus turns into a boy! Manny's not sure wh
Who directed Rufus? Directed by Savage Steve Holland.
Who is in the cast of Rufus? It stars Davis Cleveland, Jace Norman, Lisa Durupt, Noel Johansen, Haley Tju, Chad Riley and more.
Where can I stream Rufus? You can stream Rufus on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Rufus release? It released in 2016.
