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The Wizard of Speed and Time
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The Wizard of Speed and Time

1989-09-22 · 98 min · ★ 6.4

Drama · Comedy · Adventure

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 JittlovMike 'The Wizard' Jittlov
Paige MooreCindy Lite / Dancer / Pretty Hitchhiker
Richard KayeRichard KayeHarvey Bookman
Deven ChierighinoBrian Lucas / Photographer (as David Conrad)
John MassariJohn MassariSteve Shostakovich / Photographer
Philip Michael ThomasPhilip Michael ThomasPoliceman Mickey Polanko
Steve BrodieSteve BrodieLucky Straeker
Lynda AldonPolicewoman Minnie Smith
Gary SchwartzGary SchwartzCanadian Thug
Frank LaLoggiaFrank LaLoggiaAmerican Thug
Arnetia WalkerArnetia WalkerTina Dreem / Running Girl
Angelique PettyjohnAngelique PettyjohnDora Belair
Laurie RoseLaurie RoseBellydancer / Running Girl
Forrest J. AckermanForrest J. AckermanMustached Man at Garage Sale
Will RyanWill RyanAll the Unions / Mr. President (voice) (as William Z. Ryan)
Chuck McCollumChuck McCollumMeteor Man
Ward KimballWard KimballThe IRS Chief
Alan WhiteThe Horned One

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