A pro adventure racer forms an unbreakable bond with a street dog during a race in the Dominican Republic.
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Over the course of ten days and 435 miles, an unbreakable bond is forged between pro adventure racer Michael Light and a scrappy street dog companion dubbed Arthur. Based on an incredible true story, 'Arthur the King' follows Light, desperate for one last chance to win, as he convinces a sponsor to back him and a team of athletes for the Adventure Racing World Championship in the Dominican Republic. As the team is pushed to their outer limits of endurance in the race, Arthur redefines what victory, loyalty, and friendship truly mean.
"Stories based on true events tend to be somewhat manipulative and sentimental, with an idealized view of the facts. And if there's a dog involved, the effect is doubled. Which isn't necessarily a bad thing, as Arthur the King demonstrates. Set in 2014, the plot follows an endurance athlete (Mark Wahlberg) who, during a race with his team, encounters a lost puppy that accompanies them throughout the journey. Poignant in not-so-subtle ways, you'll enjoy it if you like movies inspired by true events... and stories with dogs."