The Turner & Hooch franchise consists of American buddy cop-crime comedy-thrillers including three installments: one theatrical film, one television special continuation of that film, and one legacy sequel television series. The plot comedically revolves around schedule-regimented law enforcement officers, who are teamed-up with disorderly dogs during crime scene investigations.
| Turner & Hooch | |
|---|---|
 Official franchise logo, as released in 2021 | |
| Based on | Characters created by Dennis Shryack and Michael Blodgett |
| Starring | |
| Distributed by | The Walt Disney Company |
Release date | 1989-2021 |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $13,000,000 (Total of 1 film) |
| Box office | $52,079,915 (Total of 1 film) |
Though the original film was met with a mixed response from critics, the film was a box office success and has since acquired recognition as a cult classic.[1][2][3] The film is noteworthy, as the script cost The Walt Disney Company's Touchstone Pictures the most money at that point in time.[4] The television continuation release was met with negative reception.[5] The franchise continued with the Turner & Hooch television series in 2021. The show was met with mixed critical reception, with praise directed at Josh Peck's likability and its use of the canine actors, while criticism targeted its simplistic premise.[6]
Film
edit| Film | U.S. release date |
Director | Screenwriters | Story by | Producer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turner & Hooch | July 28, 1989 | Roger Spottiswoode | Dennis Shryack & Michael Blodgett and Daniel Petrie, Jr. and Jim Cash & Jack Epps, Jr. |
Dennis Shryack & Michael Blodgett | Raymond Wagner |
| Disney's Turner & Hooch | July 9, 1990 | Donald Petrie | Stephen Metcalfe & Jeffrey C. Sherman | Stephen Metcalfe | Raymond Wagner, Terry Morse and Daniel Petrie, Jr. |
Turner & Hooch (1989)
editOrganized, and orderly police detective Scott Turner attains ownership of a rambunctious French Mastiff named Hooch, when the latter's owner named Amos is murdered. As he tries to solve the mystery surrounding his friend's death, Turner begins to realize that Hooch was the only eyewitness to the crime. Over the course of their investigation, the pair form a bond and continue to follow leads. As they find the killer, presumed allies are revealed to be involved and guilty as well. Once confronted, a police shootout ensues with Hooch being shot and being critically injured. Despite this the dog takes a final stand and helps Turner apprehend the criminals. Turner rushes Hooch to his veterinarian girlfriend, though the animal appears to be beyond saving, and seemingly dies.[a] The couple reluctantly returns home, fending for Hooch and Rachel's dog's puppies; one of which especially reminds them of their beloved companion and pet.[7][8]
Disney's Turner & Hooch (1990)
editFilmed as an intended pilot for a spin-off continuation of the original film, the failed-to-be-ordered series' first episode was released as a made-for-television movie, as a part of The Magical World of Walt Disney instead. Retconning the original film's ending, Hooch is revealed to have survived a near-death injury. The plot revolves around the continued investigations of the titular duo, while Scott Turner and his recent marriage with Emily.[5]
Television
edit| Series | Season | Episodes | Originally released | Network | Showrunner | Writers | Executive producers | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turner & Hooch | 1 | 12 | July 21, 2021 | October 6, 2021 | Disney+ | Matt Nix | Matt Nix, Michael Horowitz, Lesley Wake Webster, Juliet Seniff, Steve Joe, Jackie Decembly, John Enbom, Jim Garvey, Christina Pumariega | Matt Nix, McG, Mary Viola, Michael Horowitz, Robert Duncan McNeill | |
In December 2019 a streaming series exclusive adaptation for Disney+, originally announced as a "reboot" of the franchise, entered development. Matt Nix serves as creator, writer, showrunner, and executive producer. The project entered development under the 20th Century Fox banner, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company following the purchase of 21st Century Fox by the latter.[9] By February 2020, the project was ordered to series with Josh Peck signed on as the star of the show. The plot revolves around US Marshall Scott Turner inheriting an unruly dog, that he intends to train to be his partner on the force, following the unexpected death of his father. The series is a joint-venture production between 20th Century Television, ABC Signature, and Ostrich Productions.[10] In February 2021, it was revealed that the series will serve as a legacy sequel, with Peck's character being the son of the role portrayed by Tom Hanks in the original film. A combination of five French Mastiffs collectively portray Hooch. The first season of the series will consist of a total of 12 episodes.[11][12]
The first episode of Turner & Hooch debuted on July 21, 2021, with subsequent episodes releasing weekly thereafter.[12] The series was cancelled by December of the same year,[13] though it was being shopped around to other networks and/or streaming services.[14]
Main cast and characters
edit| Character | Film | Television | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turner & Hooch | Disney's Turner & Hooch |
Turner & Hooch The Series | |
| Principal cast | |||
| Det. Scott Turner, Sr. | Tom Hanks | Tom Wilson | |
| Hooch | Beasley the Dog[15][16] | ||
| USMS Scott Turner, Jr. | Josh Peck[b] | ||
| Hooch II | Various French Mastiffs[12] | ||
| DVM Emily Carson-Turner | Mare Winningham | Wendee Pratt | Sheila Kelley |
| Laura Turner | Lyndsy Fonseca | ||
| Matthew Garland | Jeremy Maguire | ||
| Supporting cast | |||
| Amos Reed | John McIntire | ||
| COP Howard Hyde | Craig T. Nelson | ||
| Zack Gregory | Scott Paulin | ||
| Walter Boyett | J. C. Quinn | ||
| former-Det. Mayor David Sutton |
Reginald VelJohnson | Reginald VelJohnson | |
| PO Jessica Baxter | Carra Patterson | ||
| Erica Mouniere | Vanessa Lengies | ||
| USMS Dir. James Mendez | Anthony Ruivivar | ||
Notes
edit- ^ This plot-point is retconned in the television special, where Hooch miraculously survived and continues to serve as the partner to Detective Scott Turner.[5]
- ^ Uncredited actors portray young Scott Turner Jr. during flashback scenes.
Additional crew and production details
edit| Film | Crew/Detail | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Composer | Cinematographer(s) | Editor(s) | Production companies |
Distributing company |
Running time | ||
| Turner & Hooch | Charles Gross | Adam Greenberg | Mark Conte, Garth Craven, Lois Freeman-Fox, Kenneth Morrisey & Paul Seydor |
Touchstone Pictures, Silver Screen Partners IV |
Buena Vista Pictures Distribution Inc. | 97 mins | |
| Disney's Turner & Hooch |
Tom Sigel | Don Brochu | Touchstone Television Productions LLC | National Broadcasting Company | 30 mins | ||
| Turner & Hooch (The Series) |
Jeff Cardoni | Corey Robson & David Moxness | Steven Lang, Lance Luckey &Colleen Raferty |
20th Television, ABC Signature, Ostrich Productions |
Disney+ | 540 mins (45mins/episode) | |
Reception
editBox office and financial performance
edit| Film | Box office gross | Box office ranking | Budget | Worldwide Total income |
Ref. | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North America | Other territories | Worldwide | All time North America |
All time worldwide | ||||
| Turner & Hooch | $71,079,915 | — | $71,079,915 | #1,152 | #2,168 | $13,000,000[17] | $71,079,915 | [18][19] |
Critical and public response
edit| Film | Rotten Tomatoes | Metacritic | CinemaScore |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turner & Hooch | 52% (29 reviews)[20] | 36/100 (17 reviews)[21] | A−[22] |
| Disney's Turner & Hooch | — | — | — |
| Turner & Hooch (The Series) | 57% (21 reviews)[23] | 49/100 (7 reviews)[24] | — |
References
edit- ^ Chang, Tom (February 10, 2020). ""Turner & Hooch": Josh Peck Steps into Tom Hanks' Slobbered Shoes for Disney+ TV Reboot". Bleeding Cool. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Duprey, David (July 31, 2018). "That Moment In 'Turner & Hooch' When Hooch Leads Turner to Emily". That Moment In. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Venkatam, Thiru (March 5, 2021). "Turner & Hooch Disney+ Series Brings Back Reginald VelJohnson as Mayor David Sutton". Tips Clear. Archived from the original on March 5, 2021. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Barnes, Mike (September 15, 2016). "The Minnesota native also penned the scripts for Tom Hanks' 'Turner & Hooch' and 'Code of Silence,' starring Chuck Norris". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ a b c Rabin, Nathan (April 2, 2015). "Turner & Hooch's failed TV spin-off resurrected a dead dog". The Dissolve. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Sepinwall, Alan (July 20, 2021). "'Turner & Hooch': A Dog Has His Day Again". Rolling Stone. Retrieved December 29, 2021.
- ^ Hicks, Chris (August 19, 1989). "Film review: Turner & Hooch". Deseret News. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Howe, David (July 28, 1989). "'Turner & Hooch' (PG)". The Washington Post. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (December 16, 2019). "'Turner & Hooch' TV Series In Works At Disney+ From Matt Nix". Deadline. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ February 12, 2020. "'Turner & Hooch' Reboot, Starring Josh Peck, Ordered to Series at Disney+". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
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- ^ a b c Pederson, Erik (February 24, 2021). "'Turner & Hooch', 'Mysterious Benedict Society', 'Chip 'N' Dale: Park Life' & 'High School Musical: The Series'". Deadline. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Haas, Shawnee (December 2, 2021). "'Turner & Hooch' Series Cancelled At Disney+ After One Season". Collider. Retrieved December 29, 2021.
- ^ Perine, Aaron (December 2, 2021). "Disney+ Cancels Turner & Hooch After Only One Season". ComicBook. Retrieved December 29, 2021.
- ^ "Beasley the Dog". IMDb.
- ^ - YouTube. www.youtube.com.[dead link]
- ^ "Shoot-Out at the Box Office : Hollywood's awash in money; the upcoming movie budgets are off the charts; what does it all mean? It's action summer!". Los Angeles Times. May 20, 1990.
- ^ "Turner & Hooch (1989) - Financial Information". The Numbers.
- ^ "Turner & Hooch". Box Office Mojo.
- ^ "Turner & Hooch (1989)". Rotten Tomatoes.
- ^ "Turner & Hooch". Metacritic.
- ^ "CinemaScore". CinemaScore. Archived from the original on April 13, 2022. Retrieved April 14, 2022.
- ^ "Turner & Hooch: Season 1 (2021)". Rotten Tomatoes.
- ^ "Turner & Hooch: Season 1". Metacritic.