Hachi: A Dog's Tale

About

Professor Wilson discovers a lost Akita puppy on his way home. Despite objections from his wife, Hachi endears himself to the family and grows to be Parker's loyal companion. As their bond grows deeper, a beautiful relationship unfolds.

Credits

Directed by

• Lasse Hallström

Written by

• Stephen P. Lindsey

Produced by

• Bill Johnson
• Shin Torisawa
• Richard Gere
• Vicki Shigekuni Wong

Music by

• Jan A. P. Kaczmarek

Cinematography

• Ron Fortunato

Edited by

• Kristina Boden

Cast

• Richard Gereas Parker Wilson
• Joan Allenas Cate Wilson
• Sarah Roemeras Andy
• Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawaas Ken
• Erick Avarias Jasjeet
• Robbie Sublettas Michael
• Davenia McFaddenas Mary Anne
• Jason Alexanderas Carl
• Kevin DeCosteas Ronnie (11 years)
• Robert Degnanas Teddy Barnes
• Tora Hallströmas Heather
• Donna Sorbelloas Myra
• Frank S. Aronsonas Milton - The Butcher
• Troy Dohertyas Sal
• Ian Shermanas Student Pianist
• Timothy Croweas Evan Lock
• Denece Rylandas Miss Latham
• Blake Friedmanas Student
• Bates Wilderas Harry Pinow
• Daniel Kirbyas Commuter

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