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Merv

Movie 2025 5.8 /10
Directed by Jessica Swale

After Anna and Russ split up, their only common ground becomes their dog Merv, who seems to have lost his pep along with their relationship. The arrangement to share Merv drags them into the awkward rhythm of co parenting, balancing custody, care, and a stubborn dog's feelings. Russ decides to... Read more

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About Merv

After Anna and Russ split up, their only common ground becomes their dog Merv, who seems to have lost his pep along with their relationship. The arrangement to share Merv drags them into the awkward rhythm of co parenting, balancing custody, care, and a stubborn dog's feelings. Russ decides to take the pup on a Florida escape, hoping sunshine and new scenery will jolt Merv back to life. Anna surprises him by turning up at the resort, turning what began as a practical trip into a chaotic yet revealing detour. As Merv shows signs of recovery, old tensions blur and new possibilities emerge between the exes.

Directed by Jessica Swale, the film stems from an original screenplay by Dane Clark and Linsey Stewart. It's a breezy romantic comedy featuring Zooey Deschanel opposite Charlie Cox with a trusty on screen dog named Merv.

Box office data for Merv has not been publicly released, and early results are limited to festival buzz and streaming indicators.

The film is built on warmth and humor and it's powered by its two leads to deliver a light uplifting feel. It toys with second chances, the bond between humans and pets, and the idea that healing can begin with a shared responsibility.

Details

Release Date
December 09, 2025
User Ratings
83 votes
Type
Movie
Genres
Comedy, Romance

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Cast

Zooey Deschanel

Zooey Deschanel

Anna Finch

Charlie Cox

Charlie Cox

Russ Owens

Gus

Gus

Merv

Ellyn Jameson

Ellyn Jameson

Jocelyn Bentley

Patricia Heaton

Patricia Heaton

MJ Owens

David Hunt

David Hunt

Jack Owens

Chris Redd

Chris Redd

Vice Principal Desmond

Jasmine Mathews

Jasmine Mathews

Rebekah

Victoria Blade

Victoria Blade

Carly

Wynn Everett

Wynn Everett

Gaia

Director: Jessica Swale

Written by: Dane Clark, Linsey Stewart

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After Anna and Russ split up, their only common ground becomes their dog Merv, who seems to have lost his pep along with their relationship. The arrangement to share Merv drags them into the awkward rhythm of co parenting, balancing custody, care, and a stubborn dog's feelings. Russ decides to ta...

Merv stars Zooey Deschanel, Charlie Cox, Gus, Ellyn Jameson, and Patricia Heaton.

Merv was directed by Jessica Swale.

Merv was released on December 09, 2025.

Merv is a Comedy and Romance film.

Zooey Deschanel plays Anna Finch in Merv. She portrays the lead character navigating a split and co-parenting their dog.

Charlie Cox plays Russ Owens in Merv. He portrays Anna's ex who co-parents their dog with her.

Gus plays Merv in the film. The dog Merv is central to the story.

After Anna and Russ split up, they must co-parent their dog Merv. Russ takes Merv to Florida to help him get his groove back, and Anna shows up unexpectedly, leading to the possibility of rekindled sparks between them.