Air Bud

The “Air Bud” film series is a family-friendly franchise that began with the movie of the same name in 1997. The story revolves around a golden retriever named Buddy who has an uncanny talent for various sports, especially basketball. The first film tells the story of Buddy’s friendship with a lonely boy and their success on the school basketball team. Subsequent films showcase Buddy’s talents in other sports like American football, soccer, baseball, and beach volleyball. A spin-off series titled “Air Buddies” featuring Buddy’s talking puppies has also been made. The franchise is popular for its heartwarming stories and intelligent dogs.