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The Glitterball

The Glitterball

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When a group of small aliens accidentally abandons one of their own on Earth, adventurous kids Max and Pete stumble upon the "Glitterball" and attempt to return it to its mother ship. As the children learn more about the friendly alien and its magical powers, they must protect their new companion from an army corporal and a small-time thief who are both hunting the extraterrestrial for their own cruel purposes.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Glitterball
  • Genres: Family, Science Fiction
  • Release Date: 1977-04-22
  • Runtime: 53 minutes
  • Rating: 5.1/10 (8 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Children's Film Foundation (CFF), Mark Forstater Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.1145
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ben Buckton

Ben Buckton

as Max

Ron Pember

Ron Pember

as Filthy

Keith Jayne

Keith Jayne

as Pete

Marjorie Yates

Marjorie Yates

as Mrs. Fielding

Barry Jackson

Barry Jackson

as Mr. Fielding

Leslie Schofield

Leslie Schofield

as Radar Operator

Frank Mills

Frank Mills

as Supermarket Manager

Linda Robson

Linda Robson

as Supermarket Cashier

Derek Deadman

Derek Deadman

as Ice Cream Man

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

spacecraftalienextraterrestrial

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Glitterball?

The Glitterball is a Family, Science Fiction movie directed by . It was released on 1977-04-22.

Who are the main actors in The Glitterball?

The main cast includes Ben Buckton, Ron Pember, Keith Jayne, Marjorie Yates, Barry Jackson, .

Where can I watch The Glitterball online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Glitterball is available.

Is The Glitterball based on a true story?

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What is the IMDb rating of The Glitterball?

The Glitterball has an IMDb rating of 5.1/10 based on 8 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Glitterball?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Glitterball?

The soundtrack was composed by Children's Film Foundation (CFF), Mark Forstater Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Glitterball filmed?

The Glitterball was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Glitterball?

The total runtime of The Glitterball is 53 minutes.

Is The Glitterball suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Glitterball?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Glitterball.

Does The Glitterball have a post-credit scene?

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