Buddies Collection
A spin-off of the Air Bud series, focusing on the adventures of Buddy and Molly's talking Golden Retriever puppies, including Budderball, Rosebud, B-Dawg, Mudbud, and Buddha
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Buddies Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 7 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 7 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 6.0/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.0. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Buddies Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Snow Buddies standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the Buddies Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Buddies Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Air Buddies
The offspring of sportsman canine Air Bud: B-Dawg, Mudbud, Budderball, Buddha, and Rosebud, uncover a kidnapping plot motivated by a little rich boy's desire to...
Snow Buddies
Dylan Sprouse, Jim Belushi and Kris Kristofferson lend their voices to this family-friendly tale about a feisty pack of golden retriever puppies that embarks on...
Space Buddies
B-Dawg, Mudbud, Budderball, and all the rest of the Buddies are back, but this time, they're setting their sights even higher -- as in, the moon! With the help ...
Santa Buddies
When Puppy Paws, the fun-loving son of Santa Paws, gets bored, he finds Budderball on Santa's naughty list and figures he's just the dog to show him how to be a...
Spooky Buddies
The nefarious Warwick the Warlock has returned from his astral imprisonment, and plans to make the final sacrifice for ultimate power - all he needs is the soul...
Treasure Buddies
In a race against a devious cat, the Buddies and their new friends, Cammy and Babi, must avoid booby traps, solve puzzles and explore a mysterious tomb - all in...
Super Buddies
When the Buddies stumble upon the Five Power Rings of Inspiron, they all develop super powers, and are enlisted in Captain Canine's battle against the evil Comm...
Common Questions about Buddies Collection
How many movies are in the Buddies Collection?
There are currently 7 movies in the Buddies Collection, starting from Air Buddies to the latest release, Super Buddies.
What is the best order to watch the Buddies Collection?
The best way to watch the Buddies Collection is usually in release order: starting with Air Buddies and ending with Super Buddies. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Buddies Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Snow Buddies in this franchise.