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Prometheus

Movie·2012·Science Fiction, Mystery, Horror·2h 4m·6.6 (13,297)·Directed by Ridley Scott

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A team of explorers discover a clue to the origins of mankind on Earth, leading them on a journey to the darkest corners of the universe. There, they must fight a terrifying battle to save the future of the human race.

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Noomi RapaceNoomi RapaceElizabeth ShawMichael FassbenderMichael FassbenderDavidCharlize TheronCharlize TheronMeredith VickersIdris ElbaIdris ElbaJanekGuy PearceGuy PearcePeter WeylandLogan Marshall-GreenLogan Marshall-GreenCharlie HollowaySean HarrisSean HarrisFifieldRafe SpallRafe SpallMillburn

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