Spooner(2009)
We are all searching for something
Facing eviction from his parent's home on his 30th birthday, a socially awkward guy meets the girl of his dreams and creates his own rules for growing up.
Movie: Spooner
Top 10 Billed Cast
Herman Spooner
Rose Conlin
Stan Manfretti
Carl
Juan
Linda
George
Alice Spooner
Lily
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Overview
Facing eviction from his parent's home on his 30th birthday, a socially awkward guy meets the girl of his dreams and creates his own rules for growing up.
Release Date
2009-01-18
Average
5.6
Rating:
2.8 startsTagline
We are all searching for something
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Languages:
English
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