Video Credit- Turner and Hooch- YouTube Movies and Shows, 1989
Turner and Hooch is a touching comedy starring Tom Hanks. This is a fun and lively film that brings me back to the whimsical comedies of the late 1980s and early 1990s. This is a buddy film in the vein of Lethal Weapon and Police Academy that is universally enjoyed by audiences and fans of these films.
Tom Hanks plays a dog owner in a relatable role. He plays a detective who works with Hooch (the dog) to find a killer. Hooch uses his enhanced sense of smell to find clues leading Hanks to the killer. Hooch is a wild dog who initially makes Turner's life chaotic. Turner is a "buddy cop" to Hooch, and the two function similarly to Danny Glover and Mel Gibson in Lethal Weapon.
Hooch dies at the end of the film, but his legacy lives on in the form of some puppies and a very close puppy who reminds Hanks of Hooch. The ending is bittersweet, and I feel for both characters.
As a fan of 1980s cop films, I enjoyed Turner and Hooch, and still watch it from time to time. It's a nostalgic movie and a trip down memory lane for me. Give it a watch if you enjoy such films, and it can be seen for free on YouTube or your streaming service of choice. Try the local public library for free rentals.