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Shorts

PG1h 29m2009Robert Rodriguez
IMDb 4.7 · Rotten Tomatoes 47% · Metacritic 53
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"NOT SO TALL tales from the director of Spy Kids."

A young boy's discovery of a colorful, wish-granting rock causes chaos in the suburban town of Black Falls when jealous kids and scheming adults alike set out to get their hands on it.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Shorts (2009) about?

A young boy's discovery of a colorful, wish-granting rock causes chaos in the suburban town of Black Falls when jealous kids and scheming adults alike set out to get their hands on it.

Who stars in Shorts?

Shorts stars Jimmy Bennett (Toby Thompson), Jake Short (Nose Noseworthy), Kat Dennings (Stacy Thompson), Trevor Gagnon (Loogie Short), Devon Gearhart (Cole Black). The film was directed by Robert Rodriguez.

How long is Shorts?

Shorts has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2009. It is rated PG.

Is Shorts worth watching?

Shorts holds an IMDb rating of 4.7/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 47. Fans of Family, Fantasy, Comedy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Shorts?

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