
Jim, the World's Greatest
1975-07-11 · 94 min · ★ 6.2
One of his earlier pieces, Don Coscarelli (of Phantasm Phame) has a knack for seeing the world through the eyes and heart of a young boy. He offers a Peter Pan-esque adventure to men from the boomers to present day, with each generation being introduced to a more innocent time.
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- Directors
- Craig Mitchell, Don Coscarelli
- Production companies
- Universal Pictures, New Breed Productions Inc.
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 250,000
Top Cast
Gregory HarrisonJim Nolan
Angus ScrimmJim's Father
Reggie BannisterO.D. Silengsly
Marla PenningtonJan
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