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The Astronomer's Dream(1898)
Status: Released
Date: 1898-01-01
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209 Votes
Time: 0h 3m
Overview:
An astronomer has a terrifying dream.
Languages: No Language.
Countries:
France
ProductionCompanies:
Star Film Company
Movie: The Astronomer's Dream
Top 2 Billed Cast
Georges Méliès
Astronomer
Jehanne d'Alcy
Phoebe
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The Astronomers Dream (1898) Georges Méliès - Featurette
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