Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
2012, English. Directed by David Bowers.
School's out for summer.
It's summertime, and Greg Heffley is looking forward to playing video games and spending time with his friends. However, Greg's dad has other plans: He's decided that some father-son bonding time is in order. Desperate to prevent his dad from ruining summer vacation, Greg pretends he has a job at a ritzy country club. But Greg's plan backfires, leaving him in the middle of embarrassing mishaps and a camping trip gone wrong.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 1,116 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- David BowersDirector
- Zachary GordonGreg Heffley
- Robert CapronRowley Jefferson
- Peyton ListHolly Hills
- Steve ZahnFrank Heffley
- Devon BostickRodrick Heffley
- Rachael HarrisSusan Heffley
- Grayson RussellFregley
- Karan BrarChirag Gupta
- Melissa RoxburghHeather Hills
- Laine MacNeilPatty Farrell
- Connor FieldingManny Heffley
- Owen FieldingManny Heffley
Details
- Released
- 2 August 2012
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Maya Forbes, Wallace Wolodarsky
- Budget
- $22M
- Box office
- $77M
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What Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days is based on
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days is based on Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days, a 2009 novel by Jeff Kinney, published by Abrams Books and Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw, a 2008 novel by Jeff Kinney, published by Abrams Books.
Novel · 2009
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
By Jeff Kinney
Published by Abrams Books
Novel · 2008
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw
By Jeff Kinney
Published by Abrams Books
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days: quick answers
What should I watch before Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days?
Watch Diary of a Wimpy Kid (2010) and Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (2011) first.
What comes after Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days?
Next in the series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul (2017).
Is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 1,116 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days?
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days have a post-credits scene?
Yes. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days has a scene during the credits, so don’t leave early.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days on?
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days?
If you liked Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days, try Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer.
Who directed Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days?
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days (2012) was directed by David Bowers and stars Zachary Gordon, Robert Capron, Peyton List.
What is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days based on?
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days is based on Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days, a 2009 novel by Jeff Kinney, published by Abrams Books and Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw, a 2008 novel by Jeff Kinney, published by Abrams Books.