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My Favorite Martian

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Synopsis

"My Favorite Martian," directed by Donald Petrie, is a delightful blend of comedy, family, and sci-fi that was released in 1999. The film stars a stellar cast including Elizabeth Hurley, Jeff Daniels, Daryl Hannah, and Christopher Lloyd. The story follows Tim O'Hara (played by Jeff Daniels), a TV news producer who discovers an alien spacecraft and its occupant, an eccentric Martian named Uncle Martin (played by Christopher Lloyd). As Tim tries to help Uncle Martin repair his spaceship and return home, hilarity ensues with the duo trying to navigate life on Earth while keeping Uncle Martin's true identity a secret. Things take a comedic turn when a nosy reporter, portrayed by Elizabeth Hurley, starts snooping around, threatening to expose Uncle Martin. Meanwhile, Tim finds himself falling for a charming scientist named Lizzie (played by Daryl Hannah), further complicating the situation. As the characters' worlds collide, they must work together to outwit the reporter and ensure Uncle Martin's safe return home. With a mix of heartwarming moments and out-of-this-world humor, "My Favorite Martian" is a feel-good family film that will leave viewers of all ages entertained and uplifted.

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Movie Details

Director
Christopher Lloyd, Daryl Hannah, Donald Petrie, Elizabeth Hurley, Jeff Daniels
Release Year
1999
Runtime
Runtime not available
Genre
Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi
MPAA Rating
PG

Ratings & Box Office

IMDb Rating (out of 10)
Not rated
Metascore (out of 100)
33.0
Box Office
Not available

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