Air Bud is a family sports-comedy film released in 1997. The movie follows the story of a young boy named Josh Framm who discovers a talented golden retriever named Buddy. Buddy has an extraordinary ability to play basketball, and the two form a strong bond. As Buddy becomes a star on Josh’s school basketball team, they face challenges from Buddy’s former owner who tries to reclaim him.
The film is heartwarming, filled with themes of friendship, teamwork, and overcoming obstacles. Air Bud became popular enough to inspire several sequels featuring Buddy playing different sports.