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Race to Witch Mountain (2009)

“The race is on.”

5.8/10 · 1,837 votes 1h 38m pg ActionFantasyAdventureThrillerScience-fictionFamily

#200 of 242 films from 2009 #1858 of 2168 in action

Directed by Andy Fickman · Written by Mark Bomback, Matt Lopez

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Overview

A taxi driver gets more than he bargained for when he picks up two teen runaways. Not only does the pair possess supernatural powers, but they're also trying desperately to escape people who have made them their targets.

Cast

Dwayne Johnsonas Jack Bruno
AnnaSophia Robbas Sara
Alexander Ludwigas Seth
Carla Guginoas Dr. Alex Friedman
Ciarán Hindsas Burke
John Kassiras Chuck
Christopher Rodriguez Marquetteas Pope
Tom Everett Scottas Matheson
Kim Richardsas Tina
Meredith Salengeras Natalie Gann
Billy Brownas Carson
Tom Woodruff Jr.as Siphon
Bob Clendeninas Lloyd
Robert Tortias Dominick

Facts

Release dateMarch 13, 2009
Runtime98 min (1h 38m) — about the same as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresAction, Fantasy, Adventure, Thriller, Science-fiction, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$50,000,000
Box office$106,387,141 (2.1× budget)
IMDbtt1075417

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Questions

How long is Race to Witch Mountain?
Race to Witch Mountain runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Is Race to Witch Mountain worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.8/10 across 1,837 votes, which places it #200 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 18%) and #1858 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Race to Witch Mountain?
Race to Witch Mountain was directed by Andy Fickman. Other well-rated titles by the same director: She's the Man (2006), Playing with Fire (2019), The Game Plan (2007).
Who stars in Race to Witch Mountain?
Dwayne Johnson as Jack Bruno; AnnaSophia Robb as Sara; Alexander Ludwig as Seth; Carla Gugino as Dr. Alex Friedman; Ciarán Hinds as Burke; John Kassir as Chuck.
What is Race to Witch Mountain rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Race to Witch Mountain?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/3682.

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