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Rufus

6.5201644mGMovieTV MovieFamilyComedy

Manny has moved to a new school, and it's not easy to fit in. After wishing he had more friends, Manny finds a mysterious collar and puts it on Rufus, the family dog. Suddenly, Rufus turns into a boy! Manny's not sure what to do, so he…

DirectorSavage Steve Holland
WritersBill Motz·Bob Roth
ProducersScott McAboy·Michael Sammaciccia

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Savage Steve Holland

DCDavis Cleveland
Davis Cleveland
Manny Garcia
JNJace Norman
Jace Norman
Rufus
LDLisa Durupt
Lisa Durupt
Mom
NJNoel Johansen
Noel Johansen
Mr. Black
HTHaley Tju
Haley Tju
Paige
CRChad Riley
Chad Riley
Dad
YCYvonne Chapman
Yvonne Chapman
Shaydo
PBPaul Belsito
Paul Belsito
Dimsum
DPDarien Provost
Darien Provost
Devon
SG
Sidney Grigg
Samantha
CLCurtis Lum
Curtis Lum
Chang
GEGlenn Ennis
Glenn Ennis
Wheels

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Rufus — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Rufus?

Rufus is streaming on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ and Stan in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Rufus on Netflix?

No, Rufus is not on Netflix in Australia as of August 2026. It's currently on Paramount Plus and Paramount+.

Is Rufus on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Rufus isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Paramount Plus and Paramount+ instead.

Where can I watch Rufus for free?

Rufus is available on Paramount Plus and Paramount+ in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Rufus?

Yes — Rufus is followed by Rufus 2 (2017) in the Rufus Collection.

Is there a prequel to Rufus?

Rufus is the first film in the Rufus Collection.

Is Rufus part of a trilogy?

No — Rufus is part of the Rufus Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Rufus Collection?

There are 2 films in the Rufus Collection: Rufus (2016) and Rufus 2 (2017).