Hachi: A Dog's Tale

(2009)Directed by Lasse Hallström93 min · GDrama, Family
A true story of faith, devotion and undying love.

Professor Parker Wilson (Richard Gere) finds an abandoned Akita puppy at a train station and brings him home, naming him Hachi. The dog becomes woven into their daily life, waiting by the gate each afternoon as Parker returns from work. When Parker's health begins to fail, Hachi's loyalty becomes the one constant that matters, and what the dog will do to keep that ritual alive determines everything.

Richard Gereas Parker Wilson
Joan Allenas Cate Wilson
Erick Avarias Jasjeet
Robbie Sublettas Michael
Davenia McFaddenas Mary Anne
Kevin DeCosteas Ronnie (11 years)
Robert Degnanas Teddy Barnes
Tora Hallströmas Heather
Frank S. Aronsonas Milton - The Butcher
Troy Dohertyas Sal
Ian Shermanas Student Pianist
TCTimothy Croweas Evan Lock
Denece Rylandas Miss Latham
Blake Friedmanas Student
Bates Wilderas Harry Pinow
Daniel Kirbyas Commuter
Gloria Cristas Commuter #2
Rich Trethewayas Mover
Tom Tynellas Man
Robert Capronas Student (uncredited)