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Extraordinary Measures
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Extraordinary Measures

2010-01-21 · 106 min · ★ 6.3

Drama

Working-class father John Crowley is finally on the fast track to corporate success when his two young children are diagnosed with Pompe disease—a condition that prevents the body from breaking down sugar. With the support of his wife, John ditches his career and teams with unconventional specialist, Dr. Robert Stonehill to found a bio-tech company and develop a cure in time to save the lives of his children. As Dr. Stonehill works tirelessly to prove the theories that made him the black sheep of the medical community, a powerful bond is forged between the two unlikely allies.

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Production details

Directors
Tom Vaughan
Production companies
Double Feature Films, CBS Films
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 31,000,000
Revenue
USD 15,134,293

Top Cast

Brendan FraserBrendan FraserJohn Crowley
Harrison FordHarrison FordDr. Robert Stonehill
Keri RussellKeri RussellAileen Crowley
Courtney B. VanceCourtney B. VanceMarcus Temple
Meredith DroegerMeredith DroegerMegan Crowley
Diego VelazquezDiego VelazquezPatrick Crowley
Jared HarrisJared HarrisDocteur Kent Webber
Patrick BauchauPatrick BauchauCEO Erich Loring
Alan RuckAlan RuckPete Sutphen
David ClennonDavid ClennonDr. Renzler
Dee WallaceDee WallaceSal
Ayanna BerkshireAyanna BerkshireWendy Temple
P.J. ByrneP.J. ByrneDr. Preston
G.J. EchternkampG.J. EchternkampNiles
Vu PhamVinh Tran
Derek WebsterDerek WebsterCal Dunning
Jana Lee HamblinJana Lee HamblinRenzler Scientist #1
Christopher D. HarderChristopher D. HarderResearcher
Tra'Renee ChambersNight Nurse (Marcy)
Lily MariyeLily MariyeDr. Waldman

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