Merv
5.8/10
Rating
105 min
Runtime
2025
Release Year
Jessica Swale
Director
Cast
Zooey Deschanel, Charlie Cox, Gus, Ellyn Jameson, Patricia Heaton
Quick Synopsis
After Anna and Russ separate, their dog Merv becomes depressed, prompting them to navigate an uncomfortable co-parenting situation. To help Merv recover, Russ takes him on a trip to Florida, but Anna unexpectedly arrives there as well. As Merv gradually regains his energy and happiness, the experience also brings Anna and Russ closer, suggesting that healing their dog's emotional struggles might also help mend their own relationship.
Detailed Synopsis of Merv
When their beloved dog Merv loses his spark after their split, Anna and Russ are forced into the world's most awkward co-parenting arrangement. Hoping to shake Merv out of his funk, Russ takes him to Florida for a much-needed getaway-only for Anna to show up unexpectedly. As Merv slowly gets his groove back, turns out fixing their dog's broken heart may lead to a few sparks of their own.
