Shorts
A young boy's discovery of a colorful, wish-granting rock causes chaos in the suburban town of Black Falls when jealous kids and scheming adults alike set out to get their hands on it.
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Frequently asked questions about Shorts
Where can I watch Shorts in the United States?
Shorts is available to stream on YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Shorts for free?
Shorts streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Shorts?
Shorts scores 5.9 on The Movie Database, 4.8 on IMDb, 32% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 53 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Shorts?
Shorts stars Jimmy Bennett, Jake Short, Kat Dennings, Trevor Gagnon, and Devon Gearhart. Robert Rodriguez is the director.
How long is Shorts?
Shorts runs 1h 29m (89 minutes).
When did Shorts come out?
Shorts was released on August 21, 2009.
Which studio made Shorts?
Shorts was produced by Troublemaker Studios, Image Nation Abu Dhabi, and MRC in the United Arab Emirates and the United States.
What was the budget for Shorts?
Shorts was made on a budget of $40,000,000.
How much did Shorts make at the box office?
Shorts grossed $29,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $40,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.