Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero

MPA Rating: for war action and some thematic elements.

Relevant Issues

war in the Bible

What is the Biblical perspective on war? Answer

courage, bravery, and self-sacrifice

Here’s what the distributor says about their film: “‘Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero’ is a computer-animated feature film based on the life and times of America’s most decorated dog. After being rescued off the streets by a young American soldier on the eve of World War I, Stubby became the first canine promoted to the rank of Sergeant in American history. With ‘The War to End All Wars’ looming, a young Army doughboy Robert Conroy (Logan Lerman) has his life forever changed when a little dog with a stubby tail wanders into training camp. Conroy gives his new friend a name, a family, and a chance to embark on the adventure that would define a century.

Narrated by Robert’s sister Margaret (Helena Bonham Carter), Stubby and his new best friend quickly find themselves in the trenches of France and on the path to history. French poilu soldier Gaston Baptiste (Gérard Depardieu) befriends the duo and accompanies them along their epic journey through harsh conditions and incredible acts of courage.”

Stubby’s exploits were told in newspapers across the country. (Sgt. Stubby himself does not speak, as the filmmakers wanted to maintain as much historical accuracy as possible while still making WWI accessible for kids.)

As documented in the history books, but largely untold today, Stubby was no ordinary stray: he was a tenacious canine, a courageous scout, and a fiercely loyal friend who forged an everlasting bond with the doughboys of the Great War. This film was selected as an official project of the United States World War I Centennial Commission.

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