The Stray (2012)

Summer school - the bane of every teenager's existence! This is exactly what Mason, Aidan, Maddie, Melinda, and Luke are contemplating on their first daunting day back. Their minds are adrift with tantalizing visions of summer escapades they could be embarking on if they weren't shackled to their desks. Just when monotony seems inevitable, a delightful twist of fate trots into their lives in the form of a stray puppy, affectionately christened Chewy. Suddenly, their days are brimming with excitement instead of boredom. This ragtag team of five must rally together, employing their wit and camaraderie, to keep the adorable interloper concealed from their hawk-eyed principal, Ms. Thistle. Transformed into a thrilling game of cloak-and-dagger, they must not only protect Chewy from detection but also scramble to erase every trace of his mischievous antics. The school becomes a labyrinth of ingenious hideouts, even the unsuspecting staff unwittingly aiding in their covert operation to keep Chewy's existence a secret. But can this exhilarating game of subterfuge continue indefinitely? Or will the ever-vigilant Ms. Thistle sniff out their clandestine pet project, nabbing them with the evidence - The Stray - right under their noses? The thrill of the chase and the joy of unexpected companionship weave a charming tale that turns the drudgery of summer school into an unforgettable adventure.

The Stray is a family movie featuring Mason Johnson and directed by John Rhode.

The Stray is currently streaming on Pure Flix.

It is also possible to buy The Stray on Amazon Video.