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By Kat Halstead
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So-so kids' adventure has strong messages, some mild peril.
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Scoot & Cassie's Christmas Adventure
What's the Story?
In SCOOT & KASSIE'S CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE, Kassie (Ariana Bagley) feels lonely after moving to a new town with her sister, Esther (Camrey Bagley Fox), and father, Paul (Luke Perry). That is until she finds a wounded dog, Scoot, and nurses him back to health. Joining the church choir eventually helps Kassie make new friends, and they perform to raise money for a local charity. But when the kids discover a plan to steal the charity collection, they must enlist the help of Scoot to stop the robbers from ruining Christmas.
Is It Any Good?
Wholesome, sweet and with strong positive messages, the movie is suitable for most of the family, but the kids of today will likely be expecting something a little more polished. Scoot & Kassie's Christmas Adventure certainly lacks the energy of its Disney counterparts. The overall plot feels incredibly generic with many scenes overworked to the point of parody and never quite hitting the mark.
Even though it comes in at under 90 minutes, the story feels slow to unravel and much of the acting in the supporting roles a touch unconvincing. Some humor lands very early on with the robbers stopping at a red light and being conscious of the speed limit. But it's lost later in the movie, replaced with forced laughter and a general lackluster feel. The end result sadly feels less of an adventure and more of an endurance test.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the importance of teamwork in Scoot & Kassie's Christmas Adventure. How did the kids overcome their initial feelings for each other to work together? Why is teamwork such an important character strength? Can you think of a time when you've demonstrated good teamwork?
Discuss the dynamics of the Stevenson family. Are they a close family? Was it a realistic portrayal of family life? How did it compare to your own family?
What other movies have you seen where dogs are central to the story? How did this movie compare?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : November 5, 2013
- Cast : Luke Perry , Ariana Bagley , Camrey Bagley Fox
- Director : Benjamin Gourley
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Adventures , Family Stories ( Siblings ) , Animals , Friendship
- Run time : 86 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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