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The Empire Strikes Door
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The Empire Strikes Door

2019-09-25 · 40 min · ★ 8.7

Documentary · Comedy · Mystery

A thrilling comedic documentary attempting to uncover the mystery of who is responsible for one of the most infamous bloopers in cinematic history.

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Directors
Jaime Stangroom
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Countries
United Kingdom
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Released

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Jaime StangroomJaime Stangroom
Kevin SmithKevin Smith
John BoyegaJohn Boyega
Anthony DanielsAnthony Daniels
Greg GrunbergGreg Grunberg
Ahmed BestAhmed Best
Christopher IrvineChristopher Irvine
Gary KurtzGary Kurtz
Rich Ward
Michael LeaderMichael Leader
Noel GallagherNoel Gallagher
Christopher IrvineChristopher IrvineHimself (as Chris Jericho)
Laurie GoodeHimself
Andrew AinsworthHimself
Gary KurtzGary KurtzHimself

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