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*batteries not included (1987)

Film · 1987 · 107 min · PG · Family · Comedy · Fantasy

Five ordinary people needed a miracle. Then one night, Faye Riley left the window open.

In a soon to be demolished block of apartments, the residents resist the criminal methods used to force them to leave so a greedy tycoon can build his new skyscraper. When tiny mechanical aliens land for a recharge, they decide to stay and help out.

Directed by Matthew Robbins

Starring Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy, Frank McRae, Elizabeth Peña, Michael Carmine, Dennis Boutsikaris, Tom Aldredge, Jane Hoffman

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In cinemas18 December 1987
Digital releaseNot listed
Physical release17 February 1996
First release anywhere18 December 1987

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