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The Polar Express (2004)

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The Polar Express
G
Animation
Comedy
Adventure

On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas.

Release Date
November 10, 2004
Director
Robert Zemeckis
Cast
Tom Hanks , Daryl Sabara , Nona Gaye , Jimmy Bennett , Eddie Deezen
Runtime
100 minutes
Writers
Robert Zemeckis , William Broyles Jr. , Chris Van Allsburg

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