*batteries not included
Dec 18 1987
•2h 47m
•Family, Comedy, Fantasy, Science Fiction
In a soon to be demolished block of apartments, the residents resist the criminal methods used to force them to leave so a greedy tycoon can build his new skyscraper. When tiny mechanical aliens land for a recharge, they decide to stay and help out.
Cast
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Hume Cronyn
Frank Riley
Jessica Tandy
Faye Riley
Frank McRae
Harry Noble
Elizabeth Peña
Marisa Esteval
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