Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight(2025)
Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight Synopsis
Eight-year-old Bobo grows up on her family farm in Rhodesia in 1980 during the final days of the Bush War to end British colonial rule. Her eyes see conflict, the family's bond to the land, and the lasting wounds that war imprints on those who live through it.
Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight (2025) is a drama film directed by Embeth Davidtz, released on July 11, 2025 with a runtime of 1h 38m. It stars Lexi Venter, Embeth Davidtz, Zikhona Bali and Fumani Shilubana. Viewers rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 31 ratings.
- Director:
- Embeth Davidtz
- Writers:
- Embeth Davidtz, Alexandra Fuller
- Producers:
- Helena Spring, Paul Buys, Embeth Davidtz
- Cinematographer:
- Willie Nel
- Composer:
- Chris Letcher
- Production:
- Rose and Oaks Media, Paeony Pictures
- Revenue:
- $636,652
- Status:
- Released
Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight (2025) Trailer
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Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight Videos & Clips
Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight.
Official Trailer
Trailer
Through a child’s eyes
Teaser
6 Minute Extended Preview
Clip
"Under One Roof" with writer-director Embeth Davidtz
Featurette
"Discovering a Star" with writer-director Embeth Davidtz
Featurette
Embeth Davidtz On The Inspiration Behind Her Debut Feature ‘Don’t Let’s Go To The Dogs Tonight’
Featurette
Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight Cast & Crew
Main cast
Lexi Venter
as Bobo Fuller
Embeth Davidtz
as Nicola Fuller
Zikhona Bali
as Sarah
Fumani Shilubana
as Jacob
Rob van Vuuren
as Tim Fuller
- Anina Reed
Anina Reed
as Vanessa Fuller
Albert Pretorius
as Anton
- Ronnie Mkwanazi
Ronnie Mkwanazi
as Samuel
- Ricardo Genesis
Ricardo Genesis
as Lucky
- Judy Ditchfield
Judy Ditchfield
as Grandmother
- Peter Terry
Peter Terry
as Grandfather
Pumla Ndlazi
as Maggie
Key crew
Directed by Embeth Davidtz, written by Embeth Davidtz and Alexandra Fuller, produced by Helena Spring, Paul Buys and Embeth Davidtz.
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Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.8/10 from 31 ratings.
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Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight online?
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Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight (2025) is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Plex. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight?
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The main cast of Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight (2025) includes Lexi Venter, Embeth Davidtz, Zikhona Bali, Fumani Shilubana and Rob van Vuuren. The film was directed by Embeth Davidtz. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight released?
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Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight was released on July 11, 2025 and runs for 1h 38m.
Is Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight worth watching?
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Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight (2025) holds an average rating of 6.8 out of 10 from 31 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight?
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