Movie: Jonas and the Backyard Circus

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Jonas Laborda
Jonas Laborda

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Wilma Macedo
Wilma Macedo

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Neide Silva
Neide Silva

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Wanderson Silva
Wanderson Silva

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Micael Nunes
Micael Nunes

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Ian Laborda
Ian Laborda

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Gutinho Silva
Gutinho Silva

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Mateus Lima
Mateus Lima

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Ana Paula Araújo
Ana Paula Araújo

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    Jonas is 13 years old and his life's dream is to maintain the circus that he created in his backyard. While he faces this challenge, he will live the adventure of growing up.

  • Release Date

    2015-11-19

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    8.1

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    Português
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