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1987 · 1h 47m · Comedy, Family, Science Fiction · United States of America · Rated PG (US)
Five ordinary people needed a miracle. Then one night, Faye Riley left the window open.
In a soon to be demolished block of apartments, the residents resist the criminal methods used to force them to leave so a greedy tycoon can build his new skyscraper. When tiny mechanical aliens land for a recharge, they decide to stay and help out.
Directed by
Matthew RobbinsStory by
Mick Garris6.7Smart score
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