ABOUT THE FILM
The Six Million Dollar Dog - A Movie
An L.A. Love Story. #DoggieStyle
When successful reality television producer Andi Scott loses the hit show that funds her Westside Los Angeles lifestyle, her partner Jenny Banks launches an unconventional business plan: turning their beloved Yorkshire Terrier, Robbie into a highly sought-after designer dog stud. As Robbie's value skyrockets, the couple must navigate ambition, financial pressure, and the true cost of maintaining the life they've built.
An L.A. Love Story. #DoggieStyle
The Six Million Dollar Dog
Genre
Comedy Drama | Romantic Comedy
Location
Westside Los Angeles, California
Status
Screenplay Complete | Seeking Financing & Production Partners
Development Stage
The screenplay is complete and the project is currently seeking financing, strategic partners, and production opportunities for feature film development and production.
The Six Million Dollar Dog is a contemporary romantic comedy that combines the worlds of Hollywood, luxury pet culture in West Los Angeles, and Southern California real estate.
Set against the backdrop of Los Angeles’ booming designer dog industry, the film explores what happens when success disappears overnight and a couple is forced to rethink everything they thought mattered.
Funny, heartfelt, and culturally relevant, The Six Million Dollar Dog uses the absurdity of designer dog breeding to tell a universal story about love, identity, reinvention, and the modern pursuit of success.
Market Opportunity
The United States is home to more than 71 million dog-owning households, while the pet industry exceeds $158 billion in annual spending. Dogs are no longer simply pets – they are family members, companions, and cultural icons. With nearly every demographic participating in pet ownership and spending continuing to rise across generations, The Six Million Dollar Dog enters a market with a built-in audience, strong brand partnership potential, and broad commercial appeal.
STORY SYNOPSIS
Andi Scott is living the California dream.
As the producer of the hit reality television series Stranded, she enjoys the rewards of professional success while sharing a comfortable life on Los Angeles’ Westside with her partner Jenny, a struggling real estate agent.
But when Stranded is abruptly cancelled, Andi’s world begins to crumble.
Without her show’s income, the couple suddenly finds themselves facing mounting financial pressure. Mortgage payments, daily expenses, and the lifestyle they’ve spent years building are suddenly at risk.
Determined to avoid losing everything, Jenny discovers an unexpected opportunity in the booming market for designer dogs.
Their Yorkshire Terrier Robbie becomes the center of a new business venture.
What begins as a simple breeding arrangement quickly grows into something far larger as Robbie develops a reputation as a highly desirable stud dog. Demand grows. Money starts flowing. Opportunities multiply.
As Robbie’s popularity increases, Jenny becomes increasingly consumed by the business while Andi struggles to reinvent herself and find her next career-defining project.
Soon the couple finds themselves caught between financial survival and their responsibility to the dog they love.
When Robbie’s well-being is ultimately put at risk, Andi and Jenny are forced to confront difficult questions about ambition, relationships, and what they are truly willing to sacrifice in pursuit of success.
Through laughter, setbacks, and unexpected discoveries, they learn that some things are worth more than money.
Credits
Original Screenplay
Kelli A. Orlando
Story By
Kelli A. Orlando
Marcy Szarama
Produced By
d.ent
Associate Producer
Chantalynn
Executive Producer
Daniela Hochmuth/ TRUE CREW. Consulting
Contact
Kelli A. Orlando
Tel: +1 (310) 592-9869
Email: orlandokelli@gmail.com
IN LOS ANGELES EVERYONE HAS A SIDE HUSTLE… EVEN THE DOG
CHARACTERS
Meet the people and the dog at the heart of the movie.
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A successful reality television producer whose identity is deeply connected to her professional achievements.
Smart, driven, and creative, Andi suddenly finds herself confronting uncertainty for the first time in years.
Andi’s optimistic but struggling partner.
As a real estate agent facing a difficult market, she refuses to accept defeat and becomes increasingly invested in Robbie’s unexpected business potential.
A charming Yorkshire Terrier who accidentally becomes the family’s most valuable asset.
Unaware of the financial pressure surrounding him, Robbie serves as the emotional heart of the story.
A senior broadcast engineer on Stranded, Bill knows every cable, camera, and control panel in the building and he makes sure everyone knows it. Sharp-tongued, impatient, and quick to criticize, he has little patience for mistakes and often humiliates Andi in front of the crew whenever production hits a snag. While his technical skills are indispensable, his constant sarcasm and public put-downs make him one of Andi’s biggest workplace challenges.
Michael ‘Flower Fool’
A beloved Venice Beach florist whose vibrant arrangements and unconventional wisdom make him a colorful fixture of the community. Beneath his playful spirit lies a deep understanding of people, love, and life’s unexpected turns.
Claire James
A successful British actress whose elegance, charm, and international fame make her stand out wherever she goes. Behind the spotlight, Claire offers warmth, perspective, and a refreshing authenticity that surprises those who only know her public image.
Linda
A quirky and free-spirited young woman who brings energy, humor, and optimism wherever she goes. Rarely seen without her beloved Shih Tzu puppy, Linda reminds others that life is best lived with an open heart and a sense of adventure.
Themes
AUDIENCE & MARKET POSITIONING
Primary Audience
Women 35–75
Audiences who enjoy character-driven comedies and stories about relationships, reinvention, resilience, and personal growth.
Comparable titles include:
- Little Miss Sunshine
- Her
- Grace & Frankie
- The First Wives Club
The film’s themes of career disruption, financial pressure, and relationship dynamics strongly resonate with women navigating life transitions and second acts.
Market Insight
Women represent approximately 51% of moviegoers and are a dominant audience for relationship-driven comedies and dramedies.
Secondary Audience
Dog lovers and pet parents.
The United States is home to approximately 71 million dog-owning households, making dog owners one of the largest lifestyle communities in the country.
Americans spend more than $150 billion annually on pets, pet care, products, and services, with the industry continuing to grow year after year.
Additional Market Indicators:
- More than 85% of pet owners consider their pets family members.
- The global pet care market is projected to exceed $300 billion within the next decade.
- Dog-related content consistently ranks among the most shared and viewed categories on social media.
The Six Million Dollar Dog taps directly into contemporary pet culture, designer dog breeding, dog parenting, and the emotional connection people have with their animals.
Tertiary Audience
Creative Professionals & Entrepreneurs
Andi’s journey reflects a reality familiar to millions:
- Career disruption
- Industry change
- Reinvention
- Financial uncertainty
The entertainment industry, startup culture, freelance economy, and entrepreneurial communities all understand the pressure of rebuilding after success suddenly disappears.
MARKET OPPORTUNITY
The Pet Economy
The U.S. pet industry generates more than $150 billion annually, making it one of the fastest-growing consumer markets in North America.
Designer dog breeds such as Labradoodles, Goldendoodles, and Yorkshire Terrier hy-breeds have evolved from niche products into a cultural phenomenon, supported by a thriving ecosystem of breeders, influencers, luxury services, and passionate pet owners.
Key growth sectors include:
- Premium pet products
- Pet insurance
- Dog daycare and boarding
- Professional grooming and training
- Pet influencers and social media
- Designer dog breeding
- Luxury pet services
With millions of pet parents treating their dogs as family members, The Six Million Dollar Dog taps into a highly engaged audience that actively spends on pet-related products, services, entertainment, and lifestyle experiences.
The California Dream
Set in L.A.’s Westside, the film explores themes that resonate far beyond Southern California:
- Rising housing costs
- Lifestyle inflation
- Career uncertainty
- The pursuit of success
- Reinvention after setbacks
These challenges are increasingly familiar to audiences across the United States and internationally.
Social Media & Viral Potential
Dogs are among the most successful categories on social media.
Potential marketing opportunities include:
- Robbie’s social media presence
- Dog influencer partnerships
- Pet brand collaborations
- Community dog events
- Dog-friendly screenings
The title character naturally lends itself to audience engagement before and after release.
COMPARABLE FILMS
Little Miss Sunshine
Family under pressure with heart and humor.
Her.
An unconventional love story that explores human connection, identity, and the search for meaning in an increasingly disconnected world.
The First Wives Club
Women rebuilding after unexpected life changes.
Grace & Frankie
Reinvention, relationships, and second acts.
Best in Show
Dog culture satire.
WHY NOW?
Today’s audiences are navigating:
- Economic uncertainty
- Housing affordability challenges
- Career disruption
- Lifestyle pressure
- Questions about identity and success
At the same time, pet ownership has become a defining part of modern culture.
The Six Million Dollar Dog uses humor and heart to explore these contemporary realities through an entertaining and highly relatable story.
At its core, the film asks a universal question:
What would you risk to keep the life you’ve built?
And what might you discover if you lost it?
GET IN TOUCH
With millions of dog lovers, proven audience demand, and broad commercial appeal, The Six Million Dollar Dog offers a compelling opportunity for producers, investors, and distribution partners.
Let's discuss how you can be part of bringing The Six Million Dollar Dog story to the screen.
