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Batteries Not Included Premieres in Theaters - December 18, 1987

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On this day, December 18, 1987, the heartwarming sci-fi film Batteries Not Included premiered in theaters. Directed by Matthew Robbins, the movie stars real-life couple Hume Cronyn and Jessica Tandy as residents of a struggling apartment building who find unexpected help from small, sentient alien machines.

With its blend of charming characters, family-friendly humor, and touching moments, the film became a box office success, grossing $65.1 million against a $25 million budget. Batteries Not Included remains a nostalgic favorite for its unique mix of science fiction and heartfelt storytelling.

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