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The Wizard

PG1h 40m1989Todd Holland
IMDb: 6.1/10Rotten: 29%Metacritic: 23/100
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"It's more than a game...it's the chance of a lifetime."

A boy and his brother run away from home and hitch cross-country, with help from a girl they meet, to compete in the ultimate video game championship.

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CaliforniaVideo GameCompetitionBrotherUtahNintendoOn The RoadNesRoad MovieCarts

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What is The Wizard (1989) about?

A boy and his brother run away from home and hitch cross-country, with help from a girl they meet, to compete in the ultimate video game championship.

Who stars in The Wizard?

The Wizard stars Luke Edwards (Jimmy), Vince Trankina (Tate), Wendy Phillips (Christine), Dea McAllister (Counselor), Sam McMurray (Bateman). The film was directed by Todd Holland.

How long is The Wizard?

The Wizard has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1989. It is rated PG.

Is The Wizard worth watching?

The Wizard holds an IMDb rating of 6.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 29. Fans of Adventure, Comedy, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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