Although you may know him best as starring in the beloved superhero series The Flash, Grant Gustin has branched out in a whole new role in the new Netflix film Rescued by Ruby, and viewers have taken to social media to discuss the wholesome movie after it landed on the streaming platform.
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The official synopsis reads: "State trooper Dan dreams of joining the K-9 Search & Rescue team, but no one will give him the chance. Shelter dog Ruby dreams of having a home but is running out of hope. When fate brings Dan and Ruby together, it's their unshakable bond that helps them face their toughest challenge yet. Based on a true story."
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Sharing their thoughts on Twitter, one person wrote: "Just watched #RescuedByRuby on @netflix, the film is absolutely amazing. Director @KattShea did an amazing job and Grant Gustin was perfect in his role as the lead. Definitely would recommend this to anyone who loves dogs or a heartwarming story." Another person added: "Netflix’s new movie #RescuedByRuby is so wholesome. Is definitely going to be on the list of rewatching when I’m feeling down. Everyone did a great job!"
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A third person added: "Just finished #RescuedbyRuby on Netflix. That ending??? I needed this breath of fresh air after watching too many crime shows lately." Some fans were even in tears, with one writing: "#RescuedByRuby will move you to tears over and over again and you will love every minute of it!"
Fans were in tears watching the drama
The story is based on the true story of Daniel O’Neil, who previously opened up about training Ruby. He told Miami Herald: "We both kind of know where each other's coming from… She was an absolute wreck. She hadn't had a stable home for her first eight months of life and was in desperate need of love and stability."
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