McDuff, the Talking Dog

McDuff, the Talking Dog (1976)

EndedScripted showAdventure, Family, Fantasy

The series follows the pathetic adventures of Calvin Campbell, a trouble-prone young veterinarian whose life is complicated by McDuff, the ghost of a sheep dog who appears and speaks only to him.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 10:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13There Was a Crooked DogNov 30, 1976
S01E12The Dog ShowNov 27, 1976
S01E11A Haunting We Will GoNov 20, 1976
S01E10The Not So Greatest Show on EarthNov 13, 1976
S01E09Horse of Another ColorNov 6, 1976
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'McDuff, the Talking Dog' premiere?

'McDuff, the Talking Dog' premiered on September 11, 1976.

Who created 'McDuff, the Talking Dog'?

'McDuff, the Talking Dog' was created by Bill D'Angelo.

Who played the role of McDuff in the show?

The role of McDuff was played by a dog named Barney.

What was the premise of 'McDuff, the Talking Dog'?

'McDuff, the Talking Dog' followed the adventures of a dog named McDuff who gained the ability to talk after an accident.

Who were the main human characters in the show?

The main human characters in 'McDuff, the Talking Dog' were Tom and Sally Johnson, played by Mark Miller and Susan Damante.

What kind of dog was McDuff?

McDuff was a golden retriever.

Did McDuff have any special abilities besides talking?

No, talking was the only special ability McDuff had in the show.

Where was 'McDuff, the Talking Dog' set?

'McDuff, the Talking Dog' was set in a fictional suburban neighborhood.

Did McDuff have any animal friends in the show?

Yes, McDuff had a group of animal friends, including a cat named Whiskers and a bird named Tweetie.

Did McDuff's ability to talk remain a secret?

Yes, McDuff's ability to talk remained a secret known only to a few select people.

Was there a recurring villain in 'McDuff, the Talking Dog'?

No, there was no recurring villain in 'McDuff, the Talking Dog'.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'McDuff, the Talking Dog'?

The first season of 'McDuff, the Talking Dog' consisted of 13 episodes.

Did 'McDuff, the Talking Dog' receive any awards during its run?

No, 'McDuff, the Talking Dog' did not receive any awards during its run.

Did 'McDuff, the Talking Dog' have a laugh track?

Yes, 'McDuff, the Talking Dog' used a laugh track in its episodes.

Did 'McDuff, the Talking Dog' have any spin-offs or related shows?

No, 'McDuff, the Talking Dog' did not have any spin-offs or related shows.

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