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| The Great Space Adventure | |
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| Directed by | Albert Zugsmith |
| Starring | George Nader |
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| Countries | United States Philippines |
| Language | English |
The Great Space Adventure is a 1963 film from Albert Zugsmith starring George Nader and Fay Spain. [1]
Nader was signed in January 1963. The film was shot in the Philippines. [2]
Produced by Famous Players Corporation [3]
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