

The Wizard of Speed and Time
1989-09-22 · 98 min · ★ 6.4
A Hollywood filmmaker makes a short for an evil film studio. Unbeknownst to him, the producer has placed a bet of $25,000 that he won't come up with anything with a use. Luckily, our film creator gets the help of his friends.
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- Directors
- Mike Jittlov
- Production companies
- Jittlov / Kaye Productions, Rochambeau Productions, Shapiro-Glickenhaus Entertainment
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Mike JittlovMike 'The Wizard' Jittlov
Richard KayeHarvey Bookman
John MassariSteve Shostakovich / Photographer
Philip Michael ThomasPoliceman Mickey Polanko
Steve BrodieLucky Straeker
Gary SchwartzCanadian Thug
Frank LaLoggiaAmerican Thug
Arnetia WalkerTina Dreem / Running Girl
Angelique PettyjohnDora Belair
Laurie RoseBellydancer / Running Girl
Forrest J. AckermanMustached Man at Garage Sale
Will RyanAll the Unions / Mr. President (voice) (as William Z. Ryan)
Chuck McCollumMeteor Man
Ward KimballThe IRS ChiefTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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