Fanboys

  • Theatrical - Wide 2009-02-06
Box Office Gross: $948,753
Running Time: 90 minutes
Language: English
Production Company: The Weinstein Company, Third Rail Releasing

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In 1999, Star Wars fanatics take a cross-country trip to George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch so their dying friend can see a screening of The Phantom Menace before its release.

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