One thing the world of television and film can always use more of is talking dogs. Any kind of talking dog will do. Dog lawyers, dogs that save Christmas, dogs that operate websites, etc. The people need more talking dogs. Thankfully, ABC stepped up and ordered Downward Dog, a new series about a talking dog, that stars Fargo alum Allison Tolman — Molly Solverson herself — alongside the aforementioned talking dog.
Downward Dog is about a struggling millennial, Nan (Allison Tolman), from the point of view of her lonely and philosophical dog, Martin. One session at obedience school already makes them realize that even at their worst, they may be the best thing for each other.
And now there’s a full-length trailer. And the dog narrates the whole thing. And there’s an evil cat. And there’s a tagline near the end that reads, “Life isn’t always a walk in the park.” And… wait. Is this a romantic comedy? This trailer is cut an awful lot like one for a romantic comedy. Is… is Nan going to hook up with her dog? Broadcast networks have been on the lookout for edgier shows to push back against cable, but going that far might be…
(I’m going to do this)
(None of you can stop me)
(I feel great about it)
… barking up the wrong tree.
