Barry & Me

Set in the Swiss Alps during the late 18th century, this family drama follows a twelve-year-old boy named Georg who becomes stranded at a monastery on the Great St. Bernard Pass. Facing a harsh environment defined by cold and isolation, Georg finds companionship when he discovers a weak puppy. He secretly cares for the dog, named Barry, protecting him from starvation and failure. Together, the boy and the dog form a deep bond as they navigate the challenges of the monastery and the dangers of the snowy mountains.

The film was directed by Markus Welter and written by Jan Poldervaart. It is a joint production between Germany and Switzerland, involving production companies such as SRF, Blue Entertainment, Centauri Media, and Atlantis Pictures Ltd. The cast features Paco von Wyss in the role of Georg, alongside Alma Büchenbacher as Resi and Mael Gallati as Celestin. Other roles include Christoph Gaugler as Pförtner, Yousef Sweid as Julien, and Dani Mangisch as Jäger. This adventure movie was released on January 14, 2026.