Max 2: White House Hero

Max 2: White House Hero

Year: 2017

Runtime: 85 mins

Language: English

Director: Brian Levant

Family

When a Secret Service dog takes maternity leave, Max, a courageous canine, steps in to protect the President’s son, TJ. TJ, struggling to balance a normal life with his father’s high-profile position, forges a bond with Max. During a visit from the Russian President and his daughter, Alexandra, TJ is asked to accompany her, leading to an unexpected friendship. However, when TJ and Alexandra find themselves in danger, Max’s heroic instincts kick in to save the day.

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1

Max joins White House security

Max is assigned to the White House to bolster security while Charlie is on maternity leave. He meets TJ, the 12-year-old son of President Bennett, who is eager to fit in and have a normal life. Max quickly becomes involved in the family's world and starts protecting them in small, quiet ways.

Opening sequence White House
2

TJ and Alex meet during state visit

During a state visit by the Russian Prime Minister and his daughter Alexandra, TJ is asked to accompany Alex. They form an immediate bond as they navigate these unusual circumstances. Their budding friendship sets the adventure in motion.

State visit day White House
3

Kidnapping attempt on TJ and Alex

TJ and Alex sneak out of the White House to explore a possible party at school. Two masked villains attempt to kidnap them. Max also sneaks out and intervenes by biting the ankle of one kidnapper; the kids escape and return to the White House, landing in hot water with their parents and security.

Evening White House grounds and residence
4

TJ and Alex start sleuthing

The two kids form an unlikely alliance and begin investigating the alleged nefarious activities around the White House. Their sleuthing attempts backfire repeatedly, creating risk and chaos. A harrowing attempt on the First Lady is narrowly foiled by Max.

Days after kidnapping White House
5

Max is relieved of his duties

After the security scare, the Secret Service persuades President Bennett to relieve Max of duty for a time. The family faces scrutiny and tension as they reassess security roles. The decision strains trust but keeps the story moving.

Following the incident White House
6

Russian President ends visit

The Russian President declares that if you cannot protect your own children, how can you protect ours and decides to return to Moscow, cutting the visit short. Tension mounts as threats loom.

End of visit White House
7

TJ discovers Coop is the mole

Desperate and sleepless, TJ investigates and discovers Chef Coop is the Russian mole. Coop locks TJ in the freezer and escapes before anyone realizes what happened. This revelation deepens the danger around the First Family.

Night following visit White House kitchen
8

Olga lures Alex into the woods

Olga tricks Alex into following her into the woods, providing cover for Coop's abduction plan. Coop uses the opportunity to abduct Alex while the adults are distracted. The threat escalates as TJ and Max regroup to save her.

Night after Coop's reveal Woods near White House
9

Max escapes and rescues TJ

Max, imprisoned in a cage, breaks free and returns to the residence to alert everyone. He teams with TJ in a daring rescue mission to safeguard the First Family. The successful rescue marks a turning point in the crisis.

Night of the abduction White House residence
10

Pursuit and capture of the criminals

Max, TJ, both Presidents, and Agent Thorn mount a heroic pursuit of the criminals. The plan culminates in the capture of the conspirators and the rescue of Alex. The danger is neutralized, and the truth about the conspirators is revealed.

After rescue Residence
11

Apology and reaffirmation of family-first

Thomas Sr. apologizes for not listening and places family first, reinforcing loyalty and trust. The First Family commits to prioritizing each other while continuing talks with the Russians.

After confrontation White House
12

Historic agreement and Max's bravery award

TJ and Alex persuade their fathers to resume talks, leading to a historic agreement. Max is honored with a bravery award for his pivotal role in protecting the children. The event marks a turning point in both domestic security and international diplomacy.

Resolution moment White House
13

Kiss and puppies

In the closing moments, TJ kisses Alex, thanks to Max nudging him. Charlie has three puppies, and TJ eagerly wants to keep them all, ending on a light, hopeful note.

Ending White House

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