Pappy and Speedster (2009)
Overview
An eccentric grandfather drags his unsuspecting granddaughter on the run, in search of safety from the nuclear war he believes has begun.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.118 |
Directed By
Brae Norwiss
TOP CAST
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