Wil Wheaton
Biography: Richard William "Wil" Wheaton III (born July 29, 1972) is an American actor and writer. As an actor, he is best known for his portrayals of Wesley Crusher on the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation, Gordie LaChance in the film Stand by Me and Joey Trotta in Toy Soldiers. As a writer, he is best known for his blog, Wil Wheaton Dot Net. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Birthday: July 29, 1972
Deathday: N/A
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Star Trek: Nemesis
2002-12-13
Star Trek: Nemesis
Overview: En route to the honeymoon of William Riker to Deanna Troi on her home planet of Betazed, Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise receives word from Starfleet that a coup has resulted in the installation of a new Romulan political leader, Shinzon, who claims to seek peace with the human-backed United Federation of Planets. Once in enemy territory, the captain and his crew make a startling discovery: Shinzon is human, a slave from the Romulan sister planet of Remus, and has a secret, shocking relationship to Picard himself.
Genres: Science Fiction Action Adventure Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-12-13
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Stand by Me
1986-08-08
Stand by Me
Overview: After learning that a boy their age has been accidentally killed near their rural homes, four Oregon boys decide to go see the body. On the way, Gordie, Vern, Chris and Teddy encounter a mean junk man and a marsh full of leeches, as they also learn more about one another and their very different home lives. Just a lark at first, the boys' adventure evolves into a defining event in their lives.
Genres: Crime Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-08-08
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Toy Soldiers
1991-04-24
Toy Soldiers
Overview: After federal agents arrest a drug czar and put him on trial, the cartel leader's vicious son storms a prep school and takes its students hostage. They rebel against the armed intruders and try to take back their academy by any means necessary.
Genres: Action Adventure Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-04-24
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Flubber
1997-11-26
Flubber
Overview: Professor Phillip Brainard, an absent minded professor, works with his assistant Weebo, trying to create a substance that's a new source of energy and that will save Medfield College where his sweetheart Sara is the president. He has missed his wedding twice, and on the afternoon of his third wedding, Professor Brainard creates flubber, which allows objects to fly through the air.
Genres: Comedy Family Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-11-26
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Star Trek
2009-05-06
Star Trek
Overview: The fate of the galaxy rests in the hands of bitter rivals. One, James Kirk, is a delinquent, thrill-seeking Iowa farm boy. The other, Spock, a Vulcan, was raised in a logic-based society that rejects all emotion. As fiery instinct clashes with calm reason, their unlikely but powerful partnership is the only thing capable of leading their crew through unimaginable danger, boldly going where no one has gone before. The human adventure has begun again.
Genres: Science Fiction Action Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-05-06
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The Girls' Room
2000-03-02
The Girls' Room
Overview: Two college roommates -- prim and proper Grace (Cat Taber) and wild and woolly Casey (Soleil Moon Frye) -- find themselves in a tense rivalry when Casey's conduct almost destroys Grace's engagement to preppie heartthrob Charlie (Wil Wheaton). Not too high-minded to seek revenge, Grace cozies up to Casey's pal Joey (Gary Wolf), setting off a cycle of envy and mistrust that may destroy both women's lives in director Irene Turner's well-paced indie.
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-03-02
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Hambone and Hillie
1983-04-24
Hambone and Hillie
Overview: An elderly woman searches for her lost dog. Director Roy Watts' 1984 drama stars Lillian Gish, Timothy Bottoms, Candy Clark, O. J. Simpson, Alan Hale Jr. and Jack Carter.
Genres: Comedy Drama Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1983-04-24
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The Buddy System
1984-05-04
The Buddy System
Overview: A school truant officer uncovers a young boy's attempt to fake his residential address and subsequently befriends the kid and his mother.
Genres: Drama Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-05-04
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Trekkies
1997-10-18
Trekkies
Overview: Denise Crosby takes a first look at the huge fans of "Star Trek" from around America and how the series has affected and shaped their lives.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-10-18
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The Last Prostitute
1991-09-11
The Last Prostitute
Overview: Two 60s teenagers find work rather than pleasure when it turns out that the prostitute they desire now owns a horse farm.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-09-11
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Dare to Say No!
1988-09-15
Dare to Say No!
Overview: Shows children various reasons why they need to resist peer pressure, refuse drugs, and refuse to follow the crowd just to fit in
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-09-15
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The Curse
1987-09-11
The Curse
Overview: Nathan Hayes is a religious man trying to hold onto his farm and keep his family in line. A real estate developer is trying to buy most of the farm property in the area, including Mr. Hayes family farm, in the hope that the Tennesse Valley Authority will choose the town for the site of a new dam and recreational area. The night of a terrible storm, an unidentified, glowing object crashes on the Hayes farm and with it comes a horrible curse for the Hayes family and the members of the community.
Genres: Horror Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-09-11
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Nickelodeon Studios Opening Day Celebration!
1990-06-07
Nickelodeon Studios Opening Day Celebration!
Overview: Hosted by Marc Summers of Super Sloppy Double Dare.
Genres: Family Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-06-07
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The Day Lincoln Was Shot
1998-04-12
The Day Lincoln Was Shot
Overview: A dramatization of the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Based on the book by Jim Bishop.
Genres: Drama History TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-04-12
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A Long Way Home
1981-12-06
A Long Way Home
Overview: A married teenager sets out to find his long-lost brother and sister years after all three had been placed with different families following their abandonment by their migrant worker parents. Luckily, he finds a compassionate social worker who, at first reluctantly, decides to help him cut through the bureaucratic red tape.
Genres: TV Movie Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-12-06
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Walking the Tracks: The Summer of Stand by Me
2000-08-29
Walking the Tracks: The Summer of Stand by Me
Overview: A unique look at the making of Stand by Me including interviews from Stephen King, Rob Reiner, Kiefer Sutherland, Richard Dreyfuss, Wil Wheaton, Corey Feldman, and Jerry O'Connell.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-08-29
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Fish Don't Blink
2002-04-13
Fish Don't Blink
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Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-04-13
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Warren Ellis: Captured Ghosts
2011-11-01
Warren Ellis: Captured Ghosts
Overview: Warren Ellis: Captured Ghosts is a feature-length documentary that takes an in depth look at the life, career and mind of the British comic book writer Warren Ellis. The film combines extensive interviews with Ellis with insights from his colleagues and friends, as well as ambient visual re-creations of his prose and comics work.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-11-01
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Attack of the Doc!
2023-04-21
Attack of the Doc!
Overview: Before the rise of big tech, social media and Marvel movies, Attack of the Show! chronicled the rise of nerd culture. G4TV's flagship show launched the careers of hosts Olivia Munn and Kevin Pereira and was beloved by fans! But what really happened?
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-04-21
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The Man Who Fell to Earth
1987-08-22
The Man Who Fell to Earth
Overview: An alien lands on Earth, and decides that he needs to a job in order to raise money to build a spaceship so he can return to his home planet.
Genres: Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-08-22
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The Liars' Club
1994-08-11
The Liars' Club
Overview: The loyalty of a tight group of friends is put to the test when there's a date rape within the circle.
Genres: Drama Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-08-11
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The Flintstones: On the Rocks
2002-01-02
The Flintstones: On the Rocks
Overview: With their marriage on the rocks, Fred and Wilma take a holiday together to rekindle the fire in their relationship.
Genres: Animation Comedy Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-01-02
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December
1991-12-06
December
Overview: In December of 1941, five teenage boys at a New England prep school hear the news of the bombing of Pearl Harbor and realize their lives are going to be changed forever.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-12-06
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Video Games: The Movie
2014-07-18
Video Games: The Movie
Overview: From executive producer Zach Braff and director Jeremy Snead, "Video Games: The Movie" is an epic feature length documentary chronicling the meteoric rise of video games from nerd niche to multi-billion dollar industry. Narrated by Sean Astin and featuring in-depth interviews with the godfathers who started it all, the icons of game design, and the geek gurus who are leading us into the future, "Video Games: The Movie" is a celebration of gaming from Atari to Xbox and an eye-opening look at what lies ahead.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-07-18
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Neverland
2003-01-01
Neverland
Overview: Damion Dietz's NEVERLAND is a dark, modernized, and highly original retelling of the childhood classic PETER PAN. In this version, Peter (Rick Sparks) is a juvenile delinquent, Tinkerbell (Kari... Damion Dietz's NEVERLAND is a dark, modernized, and highly original retelling of the childhood classic PETER PAN. Peter takes Wendy to Neverland — a burnt-out suburban amusement park populated by drag queens, drug addicts, prostitutes and such — the ultimate fantasy-adventure becomes a fascinating nightmare in this bold retelling of the Peter Pan story.
Genres: Adventure Fantasy Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-01-01
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It Was Him or Us
1995-11-21
It Was Him or Us
Overview: When her daughter's lover begins exhibiting signs of becoming a dangerous abuser, a mother attempts to intervene.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-11-21
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The Defiant Ones
1986-01-05
The Defiant Ones
Overview: Monroe and 'Joker' Johnson are two prisoners who despise each other. But after their prison transport crashes, they manage to escape chained to each other.
Genres: TV Movie Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-01-05
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Americanizing Shelley
2007-08-08
Americanizing Shelley
Overview: A wannabe Hollywood player sets out to Americanize an Indian girl from the Himalayas.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-08-08
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Python
2000-08-09
Python
Overview: Sleepy New Haven California is a small town with a big problem. A sixty foot slithering horror has arrived and shattered the town's tranquillity on it's path of death and destruction... Growing violent and more savage with each attack the gigantic creature soon becomes an unstoppable feeding machine raging beyond control of it's creator, leaving only the stripped bones of it's victims in it's wake.
Genres: Comedy Horror Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-08-09
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Long Time Gone
1986-05-23
Long Time Gone
Overview: A "world-class screw-up" private eye finds his world and his attention changed when he is reunited with his estranged 11-year old son.
Genres: Action TV Movie Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-05-23
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Book of Days
2003-01-31
Book of Days
Overview: A grief-struck life insurance salesman rails at God for not stepping in to save his bride; but the tables are turned when a mysterious book is delivered to him, an ancient volume listing names and death dates, dates which are yet to occur.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-01-31
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Young Harry Houdini
1987-03-14
Young Harry Houdini
Overview: This biographical movie depicts the youth of the magician Harry Houdini (1874 - 1926). As a boy his name was Eric Weiss and his father wanted him to become a locksmith. But he ran away and joined the traveling show of Dr. Grimaldi, where he learned the tricks of a magician and a little mystery from his Indian assistant, too.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-03-14
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The Secret of NIMH
1982-06-17
The Secret of NIMH
Overview: A widowed field mouse must move her family -- including an ailing son -- to escape a farmer's plow. Aided by a crow and a pack of superintelligent, escaped lab rats, the brave mother struggles to transplant her home to firmer ground.
Genres: Family Animation Fantasy Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1982-06-17
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Pie in the Sky
1996-02-09
Pie in the Sky
Overview: A young man obsessed with traffic patterns attempts to reunite with his first love.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-02-09
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Star Trek: The Next Generation - electronic press kit
1987-01-01
Star Trek: The Next Generation - electronic press kit
Overview: Original electronic press kit publicizing the long-awaited sequel to NBC’s “Star Trek”. Program distributed via first-run syndication.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-01-01
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My Dad Can't Be Crazy... Can He?
1989-09-14
My Dad Can't Be Crazy... Can He?
Overview: Teenage boy is unable to deal with his schizophrenic father.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-09-14
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Mr. Stitch
1995-11-20
Mr. Stitch
Overview: Doctor Rue Wakeman and his team create a young man with skin and organs taken from other men and women. The creature (Lazarus) reads a lot of books and learns all about the humans. But when he meets fascinating doctor Elizabeth English his life changes: he decides to escape from the laboratory.
Genres: TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-11-20
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Sharknado 2: The Second One
2014-07-31
Sharknado 2: The Second One
Overview: A freak weather system turns its deadly fury on New York City, unleashing a Sharknado on the population and its most cherished, iconic sites - and only Fin and April can save the Big Apple.
Genres: Thriller Science Fiction TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-07-31
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Neil Gaiman: Dream Dangerously
2016-07-08
Neil Gaiman: Dream Dangerously
Overview: Neil Gaiman is one of the most beloved storytellers in the world today, a medium-jumping legend who opened a new era of comics with Sandman, scared a generation of young readers with Coraline and The Graveyard Book, and has thrilled his fans with years of live readings and signings. Recently, Neil embarked on his final signing tour, one last chance to talk to the fans who love his work and show his appreciation for their years of support. Now you're along for the ride! The film offers unprecedented access to Neil, chronicling his journey from myth-loving child to one of the most popular writers in the world. In addition to Neil, the film also features Amanda Palmer, George RR Martin, Grant Morrison, Bill Hader, Wil Wheaton, Michael Sheen, Karen Berger, and many more.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-07-08
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Deep Core
2000-10-21
Deep Core
Overview: A powerful laser machine rips the core of the earth causing earthquakes and tsunamis, and only one man and his team can save the planet from destruction. Will they succeed?
Genres: Action Science Fiction Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-10-21
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To Be Takei
2014-08-22
To Be Takei
Overview: Over seven decades, actor and activist George Takei journeyed from a World War II internment camp to the helm of the Starship Enterprise, and then to the daily news feeds of five million Facebook fans. Join George and his husband, Brad, on a wacky and profound trek for life, liberty, and love.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-08-22
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Transformers: Titans Return
2017-11-14
Transformers: Titans Return
Overview: After the Combiner Wars ended, Cybertron started to be rebuilt. However, an undead Starscream has been reincarnated as Trypticon, wreaking havoc around him. To combat this menace, Windblade gathers up a ragtag team of Transformers, including Optimus Prime and Megatron, to resurrect an ancient ally. And while some may be forever changed by the events, others may not emerge with their sparks intact.
Genres: Adventure Science Fiction Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-11-14
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Kyle + Rosemary
2009-01-17
Kyle + Rosemary
Overview: Kyle's a hopeless geek and Rosemary's a shy goth, but when playing the online fantasy MMORPG 'Questworld', their true personalities shine through. When their characters meet online, its love at first pixel - but will they have the courage to connect in the real world?
Genres: Animation Family Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-01-17
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She's Having a Baby
1988-02-05
She's Having a Baby
Overview: Jake and Kristy Briggs are newlyweds. Being young, they are perhaps a bit unprepared for the full reality of marriage and all that it (and their parents) expect from them. Do they want babies? Their parents certainly want them to. Is married life all that there is? Things certainly aren't helped by Jake's friend Davis, who always seems to turn up just in time to put a spanner in the works.
Genres: Comedy Drama Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-02-05
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The Last Starfighter
1984-07-13
The Last Starfighter
Overview: Video game expert Alex Rogan finds himself transported to another planet after conquering the video game The Last Starfighter, only to find out it was just a test. He was recruited to join the team of best Starfighters to defend their world from the attack.
Genres: Adventure Science Fiction Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-07-13
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Teen Titans Go! To the Movies
2018-07-27
Teen Titans Go! To the Movies
Overview: All the major DC superheroes are starring in their own films, all but the Teen Titans, so Robin is determined to remedy this situation by getting over his role as a sidekick and becoming a movie star. Thus, with a few madcap ideas and an inspirational song in their hearts, the Teen Titans head to Hollywood to fulfill their dreams.
Genres: Animation Action Comedy Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-07-27
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Star Trek: 25th Anniversary Special
1991-09-28
Star Trek: 25th Anniversary Special
Overview: This documentary is hosted by William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy and they take us through the history of Trek. We also get to see bloopers from the original series and the current space program and how progression has been in reality, hosted by LeVar Burton.
Genres: TV Movie Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-09-28
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Foreign Correspondents
2001-09-17
Foreign Correspondents
Overview: Equal parts romance, fable, ghost story, character study, and cinematic puzzle, Foreign Correspondents ties two seemingly unrelated stories together into one drama, revealing hidden parallels between these lost young people as they tell lies, pursue fantasies, step into dangerous emotional territory... and try to find love in a world that has all but forgotten them.
Genres: Drama Mystery Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-09-17
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Underground Entertainment: The Movie
2011-06-06
Underground Entertainment: The Movie
Overview: On the 20th anniversary of their edgy little 90's cable show Underground Entertainment, the authors, along with many SF, horror and B celebrities in cameos, remember how they pushed the envelope, shocked, entertained, but also introduced the audience to many movies, comics and conventions.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-06-06
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Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary
2019-11-26
Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary
Overview: A feature-length documentary about the film Galaxy Quest and its legacy, celebrating its milestone 20th anniversary.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-11-26
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Pooka Lives!
2020-04-03
Pooka Lives!
Overview: A group of thirty-something friends from high school create their own Creepypasta about Pooka for laughs, but are shocked when it becomes so viral on the internet that it actually manifests more murdererous versions of the creature.
Genres: Horror Thriller TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-04-03
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Max Reload and the Nether Blasters
2020-08-11
Max Reload and the Nether Blasters
Overview: A small town video game store clerk must go from zero to hero after accidentally unleashing the forces of evil from a cursed Colecovision game.
Genres: Comedy Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-08-11
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In Search of Tomorrow
2022-02-19
In Search of Tomorrow
Overview: A nostalgic journey through ’80s Sci-Fi-films, exploring their impact and relevance today, told by the artist who made them and by those who were inspired to turn their visions into reality.
Genres: Documentary Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-02-19
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Rent-A-Pal
2020-10-11
Rent-A-Pal
Overview: Set in 1990, a lonely bachelor named David searches for an escape from the day-to-day drudgery of caring for his aging mother. While seeking a partner through a video dating service, he discovers a strange VHS tape called Rent-A-Pal. Hosted by the charming and charismatic Andy, the tape offers him much-needed company, compassion, and friendship. But Andy's friendship comes at a cost, and David desperately struggles to afford the price of admission.
Genres: Horror Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-10-11
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Showbiz Kids
2020-07-14
Showbiz Kids
Overview: A documentary chronicling the shared experiences of prominent former child stars and the personal and professional price of fame and failure on a child.
Genres: Documentary History Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-07-14
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Jane White Is Sick & Twisted
2002-01-27
Jane White Is Sick & Twisted
Overview: For Jane White, life itself is a television program, and she dreams of becoming a star on the small screen. Convincing herself that Gerry King, a popular talk show host, is her birth father, she sets out on an adventurous road trip — aided by her equally looney boyfriend, Dick — to confront her "father" on the air, and, just maybe, make a splash on reality television.
Genres: Comedy Drama Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-01-27
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Transformers: Power of the Primes
2018-05-01
Transformers: Power of the Primes
Overview: In the aftermath of the Titans' conflict that concluded into Optimus Prime's death, the rest of the Transformers must stand together in order to stop Megatronus from wiping out their species forever. During their search for the Requiem Blaster, more mysteries about Cybertron’s past will be uncovered, and a new Prime will be chosen.
Genres: Action Animation Adventure Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-05-01
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Star Trek: The Next Generation - The Best of Both Worlds
2013-04-25
Star Trek: The Next Generation - The Best of Both Worlds
Overview: The Enterprise has a deadly encounter with the Borg, resulting in Picard's kidnap, while Commander Riker encounters a beautiful rival with an eye on his job.
Genres: Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-04-25
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Reunification - 25 Years After Star Trek: The Next Generation
2012-11-04
Reunification - 25 Years After Star Trek: The Next Generation
Overview: Reunification: 25 Years After Star Trek – The Next Generation is a 61-minute documentary celebrating the 25th anniversary of Star Trek: The Next Generation.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-11-04
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