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The Challengers
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The Challengers

1990-10-14 · 97 min · ★ 8.6

Drama · Family · TV Movie

After her father dies and she moves to a new town, Mackie wants to join a certain gang/band. But they've got this boys-only rule. So Mackie comes up with an audacious plan...only it begins to backfire.

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Directors
Eric Till
Production companies
CBC, Lauron Pictures
Countries
Canada, United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Gwynyth WalshGwynyth WalshAngie Daniels
Eric ChristmasEric ChristmasZack
Gema ZamprognaGema ZamprognaMackie / Mac Daniels
Steven AndradeJonathan

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