Strays (2023)
Kernel Score: 79% · 981 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Comedy, Adventure
Released: 2023-08-17
Runtime: 93 minutes
Where to watch Strays
- Stream: Peacock
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When Reggie is abandoned on the mean city streets by his lowlife owner, Doug, Reggie is certain that his beloved owner would never leave him on purpose. But once Reggie falls in with Bug, a fast-talking, foul-mouthed stray who loves his freedom and believes that owners are for suckers, Reggie finally realizes he was in a toxic relationship and begins to see Doug for the heartless sleazeball that he is.
Strays parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this raunchy animated comedy for adults features crude humor, drug references, and adult language.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Crude sexual humor including references to masturbation.
- Language: Strong — Frequent crude and foul language typical of an R-rated comedy about talking dogs.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Moderate — Includes a magic mushroom sequence and drug-related humor.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Josh Greenbaum
Cast
- Will Ferrell as Reggie (voice)
- Jamie Foxx as Bug (voice)
- Isla Fisher as Maggie (voice)
- Randall Park as Hunter (voice)
- Will Forte as Doug
- Brett Gelman as Willy
- Rob Riggle as Rolf (voice)
- Josh Gad as Gus (voice)
- Sofía Vergara as Dolores the Couch (voice)
- Jamie Demetriou as Chester (voice)
Strays FAQ
Is Strays good?
Strays has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 981 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Strays?
In the US you can stream Strays on Peacock and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Strays OK for kids?
Strays is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this raunchy animated comedy for adults features crude humor, drug references, and adult language.
What movies are like Strays?
If you liked Strays, try The Hangover, Eddie Murphy: Delirious, South Park (Not Suitable for Children) and The Kissing Booth 2.