Shooting Dogs
2006, English. Directed by Michael Caton-Jones.
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- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Shooting Dogs isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 8 March 2006.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 8 March 2006
- Country
- Germany, United Kingdom
- Written by
- David Wolstencroft
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What Shooting Dogs is based on
Shooting Dogs is based on a true story.
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Shooting Dogs: quick answers
Is Shooting Dogs worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 170 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Shooting Dogs?
Shooting Dogs runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Does Shooting Dogs have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Shooting Dogs. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Shooting Dogs parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Shooting Dogs yet.
Which OTT platform is Shooting Dogs on?
Shooting Dogs isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 8 March 2006. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Shooting Dogs?
If you liked Shooting Dogs, try Sometimes in April, Casualties of War, Pork Chop Hill.
Who directed Shooting Dogs?
Shooting Dogs (2006) was directed by Michael Caton-Jones and stars John Hurt, Hugh Dancy, Dominique Horwitz.
What is Shooting Dogs based on?
Shooting Dogs is based on a true story.