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Just a Dream 2002

Status
Released
Runtime
97 minutes
Director
Danny Glover
Network
Showtime Networks
Where to Stream
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What is Just a Dream?

Just a Dream is a 2002 television drama film directed by Danny Glover. The story is set in 1960 within a dusty town located in the Nevada desert.

Type
Film
Year
2002
Status
Released
Runtime
97 minutes
Release date
Mar 16, 2002
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Showtime Networks
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 5.3/10 from 6 votes
Episode runtime
~97 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Showtime Networks
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Just a Dream is a 2002 television drama film directed by Danny Glover. The story is set in 1960 within a dusty town located in the Nevada desert. The narrative centers on Henry Sturbuck, a 12-year-old boy who is the son of a doctor. The plot follows Henry as he develops an unlikely friendship with the local town mechanic. The central conflict of the film begins when a film crew arrives in the small Nevada desert town. This unexpected arrival serves as a catalyst that ultimately changes the lives of Henry and his friend, who is described as a movie lover. The production features a cast that includes Carl Lumbly, Robby Benson, Ally Sheedy, and Rodney A. Grant. The film has a runtime of one hour and 37 minutes and was released in the United States on March 16, 2002. It is categorized as both a drama and a family film. The production details and credits are documented across various film databases, including The Movie Database, IMDb, and TV Guide.

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Is Just a Dream worth watching?

Just a Dream holds a community rating of 5.3/10 based on 6 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, TV Movie for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Just a Dream and when was it released?

Just a Dream is a feature film with a runtime of 97 minutes. It was released in 2002. Release status: Released.

Who directed Just a Dream?

Just a Dream was directed by Danny Glover.

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