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March 02, 1984
Theatrical Release Date:
03/02/1984
DVD Release Date:
07/08/1998
Run Time:
82min.
Starring:
Director(s):
Distributor(s):
MGM/UA
MPAA Rating:
R
Genre(s):
Comedy
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