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Derby Dogs
Who said Kiwis couldn't fly?
Genres
Family
Overview
When 12 year old Ben sets out to win the local trolly derby in memory of his father, he learns what matters in life when he is forced to battle cheating opponents, the school loan sharks and a mother who has banned him from the race.
Details
Budget
$907000
Revenue
$0
Runtime
88 min
Release Date
2012-09-26
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
9
Vote Average
5.1
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Edward Hall
Ben Walker
Tikirau Hathaway
Jeff
Vince Martin
Wayne Worthington
Tandi Wright
Karen Walker
Dai Henwood
Mr. Lumsden
Myer van Gosliga
Shannon Worthington
Doug Colling
Shane Worthington
Janet Winter
Shirelle
David de Thierry
Slug
Matt French
Stevie
Hannah German
Katie
Ricki Keelan
Jeff's Mum
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