Shorts movie poster

Shorts

"Not So TALL Tales From The Director Of 'Spy Kids'"

August 21, 2009 1h 29m 5.8/10 (308 votes)

Originally released in 2009. Shorts is a family/fantasy film. directed by Robert Rodriguez. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jimmy Bennett, Jake Short, and Kat Dennings

Synopsis

A young boy's discovery of a colorful, wish-granting rock causes chaos in the suburban town of Black Falls when jealous kids and scheming adults alike set out to get their hands on it.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 21, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
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User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (308 votes)
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Budget $40M Production budget
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Box Office $29M 0.7x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United Arab Emirates + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$40,000,000
Revenue
$29,000,000

Production Companies

  • Troublemaker Studios
  • Image Nation Abu Dhabi
  • MRC

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shorts about?

A young boy's discovery of a colorful, wish-granting rock causes chaos in the suburban town of Black Falls when jealous kids and scheming adults alike set out to get their hands on it.

Who directed Shorts?

Shorts was directed by Robert Rodriguez.

How long is Shorts?

Shorts has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was Shorts released?

Shorts was released on August 21, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Shorts?

The main cast of Shorts includes Jimmy Bennett, Jake Short, Kat Dennings, Trevor Gagnon, Devon Gearhart.

Is Shorts worth watching?

Shorts has a user rating of 5.8/10 based on 308 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.