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Merv

2025-12-09 · 105 min · ★ 5.9

Comedy · Romance

When their beloved dog Merv loses his spark after their split, Anna and Russ are forced into the world's most awkward co-parenting arrangement. Hoping to shake Merv out of his funk, Russ takes him to Florida for a much-needed getaway-only for Anna to show up unexpectedly. As Merv slowly gets his groove back, turns out fixing their dog's broken heart may lead to a few sparks of their own.

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Directors
Jessica Swale
Production companies
LightWorkers Media, Matt Baer Films, CatchLight Studios, Amazon MGM Studios
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Zooey DeschanelZooey DeschanelAnna Finch
Charlie CoxCharlie CoxRuss Owens
Ellyn JamesonEllyn JamesonJocelyn Bentley
Patricia HeatonPatricia HeatonMJ Owens
David HuntDavid HuntJack Owens
Chris ReddChris ReddVice Principal Desmond
Jasmine MathewsJasmine MathewsRebekah
Victoria BladeVictoria BladeCarly
Wynn EverettWynn EverettGaia
Jason BurkeyJason BurkeySheriff Tom Bentley
Jake BerneFelix
Jordan CoxJordan CoxKen
Andrea LaingAndrea LaingDr. Bankert
Nancy TicotinNancy TicotinSilver Vixen
Kelly TippensKelly TippensMrs. Mabachas
Michelle Mary SchaeferShowy Dog Mom
Kevin Patrick MurphyKevin Patrick MurphyRobert
Joey SlotnickJoey SlotnickDr. Zubrovksy
Mykeia MyersDoga Teacher
Celina AcevedoBonnie

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