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Air Bud Returns: 15th Film Launches Summer 2026!

7/24/2025

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Cineverse and Air Bud Entertainment are set to delight fans with "Air Bud Returns," the 15th installment in the beloved franchise, hitting theaters in summer 2026. Directed by Robert Vince, the heartwarming tale follows 12-year-old Jacob and his loyal golden retriever, Buddy, as they face challenges of loss and the power of teamwork. Filming kicks off this summer in the picturesque landscapes of British Columbia, the original film's backdrop.

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Cineverse and Air Bud Entertainment are set to delight fans with "Air Bud Returns," the 15th installment in the beloved franchise, hitting theaters in summer 2026. Directed by Robert Vince, the heartwarming tale follows 12-year-old Jacob and his loyal golden retriever, Buddy, as they face challenges of loss and the power of teamwork. Filming kicks off this summer in the picturesque landscapes of British Columbia, the original film's backdrop.