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Fanboys (2009)

โ€œNever tell them the odds.โ€

6.2/10 ยท 924 votes 1h 30m pg-13 ComedyAdventureDramaCrime

#160 of 242 films from 2009 #2012 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Kyle Newman ยท Written by Adam F. Goldberg, Ernest Cline

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Overview

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.

Cast

Sam Huntingtonas Eric
Jay Baruchelas Windows
Dan Fogleras Hutch
Kristen Bellas Zoe
Christopher Rodriguez Marquetteas Linus
David Denmanas Chaz
Christopher McDonaldas Big Chuck
Isaac Kappyas Garfunkel
Seth Rogenas Admiral Seasholtz / Alien / Roach
Charlie B. Brownas Myron
Tarek Bisharaas The Vulcan / Gruvock (as Thom Bishops)
Stephen Pinaas Simon
Danny Trejoas The Chief
Allie Grantas Rogue Leader / Kimmy

Facts

Release dateFebruary 6, 2009
Runtime90 min (1h 30m) โ€” shorter as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresComedy, Adventure, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$3,900,000
Box office$948,753 (0.2ร— budget)
IMDbtt0489049

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Questions

How long is Fanboys?
Fanboys runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Is Fanboys worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 924 votes, which places it #160 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 34%) and #2012 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Fanboys?
Fanboys was directed by Kyle Newman. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Barely Lethal (2015).
Who stars in Fanboys?
Sam Huntington as Eric; Jay Baruchel as Windows; Dan Fogler as Hutch; Kristen Bell as Zoe; Christopher Rodriguez Marquette as Linus; David Denman as Chaz.
What is Fanboys rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Fanboys?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/12573.

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