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The Ultimate Life (2013)
Despite his best intentions, billionaire Jason Stevens can’t find enough time to keep his beloved Alexia a priority. But when he discovers his late grandfather’s journal, he is transported back to Red Stevens’ incredible world. With everything he loves hanging in the balance, Jason Stevens hopes the past will prepare him well for the future.
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Despite his best intentions, billionaire Jason Stevens can’t find enough time to keep his beloved Alexia a priority. But when he discovers his late grandfather’s journal, he is transported back to Red Stevens’ incredible world. With everything he loves hanging in the balance, Jason Stevens hopes the past will prepare him well for the future.
Rating:PG
Genre:Drama, Romance
Written By:Cheryl McKay, Brian Bird, Lisa G. Shillingburg
In Theaters:9/6/2013
Box Office:
Runtime:105 minutes
Studio:
Cast
Michael Landon Jr.
Director
Peter Fonda
Jacob Early
Bill Cobbs
Ted Hamilton
Ali Hillis
Alexia
Lee Meriwether
Mrs. Hastings
Logan Bartholomew
Jason Stevens
David Mann
Hobo Joe
Drew Waters
Red Stevens
Abigail Mavity
Teenage Hanna Roberts
Brett Rice
Bill Stevens
Jack DePew
Young Gus Caldwell
Elizabeth Ann Bennett
Adult Hanna
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