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Special

R1h 21m2026Hal Haberman,Jeremy Passmore
IMDb: 6.4/10
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"He's not your ordinary superhero."

A lonely metermaid has a psychotic reaction to his medication and becomes convinced he's a superhero. A very select group of people in life are truly gifted. Special is a movie about everyone else.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Special (2026) about?

A lonely metermaid has a psychotic reaction to his medication and becomes convinced he's a superhero. A very select group of people in life are truly gifted. Special is a movie about everyone else.

Who stars in Special?

Special stars Michael Rapaport (Les Franken), Paul Blackthorne (Jonas Exiler), Josh Peck (Joey), Robert Baker (Everett), Jack Kehler (Dr. Dobson). The film was directed by Hal Haberman.

How long is Special?

Special has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2026. It is rated R.

Is Special worth watching?

Special holds an IMDb rating of 6.4/10. Fans of Drama, Fantasy, Science Fiction are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Special?

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