Cast of Dog Man

Dog Man is an animated superhero comedy film produced by DreamWorks Animation and Scholastic Entertainment. It was released on January 31, 2025, in the United States. It is based on Dav Pilkey's children's novel series with the same name. The film is directed and written by Peter Hastings. The film was made with a budget of $80 million and has been successful at the box office, making over $137 million worldwide. Dog Man has become one of the top-grossing films of the year.

Dog Man is a spin-off from the Captain Underpants series. The film brings to life the story of a half-dog, half-human police officer named Dog Man, who is dedicated to fighting crime and protecting his city. The film was praised for its animation style, storyline, and voice cast. The voice cast of Dog Man features a mix of famous actors and newcomers. Let’s take a look at the cast of Dog Man.

Peter Hastings as Dog Man

Peter Hastings is the voice of Dog Man. In the film, a police dog and a police officer get hurt in an explosion, and the doctor saves them by attaching the dog’s head to the man’s body. This created Dog Man, a loyal and brave hero who fights crime in a fun way. Although he acts like a dog sometimes, he’s determined to help people and stop villains like Petey the Cat. Dog Man doesn’t talk, but his actions and expressions tell the story in a funny and heartwarming way.

Peter Hastings is an American writer, director, and producer, born on January 9, 1960, in Haverford, Pennsylvania, United States. He started his career with Tiny Toon Adventures (1993-1998), Animaniacs (2020-2023), and Pinky and the Brain (1995-1998). Hastings also worked as a producer on Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness (2011-2014) and The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants (2018-2020). Apart from that, he also directed Disney’s The Country Bear (2002).

Pete Davidson as Petey

Pete Davidson is the voice of Petey, the main villain of the film. Petey is a clever and naughty orange cat who often causes trouble for Dog Man. He is known for his quick wit and tricky plans. Despite being a villain, Petey has a complicated personality, especially when it comes to his relationship with his son, Li'l Petey. There are different sides to Petey, making him more than just a typical bad guy.

Pete Davidson is an American comedian, writer, and actor, born on November 16, 1993, in New York, United States. He started his career with small roles in Guy Code (2011-2015), Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013-2018), etc. He gained popularity as a cast member on Saturday Night Live (2014-2022). Apart from SNL, he co-wrote and starred in The King of Staten Island (2020). His other works include The Suicide Squad (2021), Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022), and Bupkis (2023).

Lucas Hopkins Calderon as Li'l Petey

Lucas Hopkins Calderon is the voice of Li'l Petey, a kind-hearted kitten who is a clone of Petey. Unlike his father, Li'l Petey is cheerful, friendly, and always wants to do the right thing. He is straightforward and always tells the truth. He becomes Dog Man's adopted son and sidekick.

Lucas Hopkins Calderon was born on September 7, 2014. This role in Dogman is Calderon’s debut in films. As a newcomer, his performance as Li'l Petey has been praised for capturing the character's innocence. His character plays an important role in the story, especially in showing the father-son relationship between Petey and Li'l Petey.

Isla Fisher as Sarah Hatoff

Isla Fisher is the voice of Sarah Hatoff. She is a news reporter who covers the events surrounding Dog Man and his adventures. Sarah is determined, curious, and always on the lookout for the next big story. Her character shares news and information about what’s happening in the city.

Isla Fisher is an Australian actress born on February 3, 1976, in Muscat, Oman. She started her career at the age of 9. She worked in many ads on Australian TV. She made her Hollywood debut with Scooby-Doo (2002). She is known for her work in films like Wedding Crashers (2005), Confessions of a Shopaholic (2009), The Great Gatsby (2013), Nocturnal Animals (2016), etc. She has also given her voice to animated characters in films such as Horton Hears a Who! (2008), Rango (2011), etc.

Lil Rel Howery as Chief

Lil Rel Howery is the voice of Chief. He is the head of the police department where Dog Man works. Chief is often grumpy and always frustrated, especially with Dog Man's strange ways. However, deep down, he cares about his team and wants to keep the city safe. Chief's scenes with Dog Man add a comedic factor to the film, as he tries to manage the chaos that often follows Dog Man's actions.

Howery is an American actor and comedian, born on December 17, 1979, in Chicago, United States. He is known for his work in films and shows like Friends of the People (2014), Get Out (2017), and Free Guy (2021). He has also done voice acting in The Angry Birds Movie 2 (2019), Tom & Jerry (2021), and Luck (2022).