Charlie the Wonderdog [ICON Creative Studio / Viva Kids]

‘Charlie the Wonderdog’ Soars to Theaters with Viva Kids!

November 3, 2025

Ahead of AFM, Viva Kids has acquired the animated family film Charlie the Wonderdog, starring Owen Wilson, slated for wide theatrical release in the U.S. on January 16, 2026. New key art and first-look stills from the tail-wagging superhero adventure were revealed with the announcement today.

“Charlie the Wonderdog is everything we look for in a family film: heart, humor, and a universal message about courage and connection. ICON Creative has created something both uplifting and cinematic, and Owen Wilson brings an incredible warmth and wit to Charlie that audiences will instantly fall in love with. We’re thrilled to bring this film to theaters and can’t wait for families to meet their new favorite superhero dog.”

The CG-animated pic follows Charlie (Wilson), a beloved family dog, who is mysteriously abducted by aliens and gifted true superpowers where he emerges as Charlie the Wonderdog, the greatest superhero the world has ever seen. The film explores universal themes of friendship, loyalty, resilience, power and responsibility.

Logline: When Danny’s family dog discovers he has superpowers, Charlie sets out to fulfill his destiny and protect the people he loves — only to learn that real heroism comes from courage, kindness and believing in yourself.

“We’re extremely excited to have Viva releasing Charlie in the U.S. Their marketing innovations, enthusiasm, and wide reach is exactly what Charlie needs to reach family audiences in the theater and eventually at home,” shared ICON Creative Studio’s CEO, Shea Wageman. “We’re excited for Viva to bring this film to theatres on January 16th.”

Charlie the Wonderdog (95 minutes) is produced by Canada-based production company ICON Creative Studios. The film was directed, written and produced by Shea Wageman, written by Raul Inglis and Steve Ball, with production designed by Geoff Taylor, original score by Petteri Sainio and original music by Bryan Adams, produced by Jennifer Rogan and Carson Loveday, and executive produced by Michael Balfry, Carson Loveday and Bahar Dehghanian.