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Cast & Crew

Les Mayfield
Director
Sean Astin
As Dave Morgan
Richard Masur
As Mr. Morgan
Pauly Shore
As Stoney Brown
Rose McGowan
As Nora
Mariette Hartley
As Mrs. Morgan

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In 1992, two high school friends, Dave and Stoney, unearth a frozen caveman in Dave's backyard during an earthquake. They thaw him out and name him Link. Link quickly adapts to modern life, charming everyone with his prehistoric ways and making Dave and Stoney popular by association. However, things take a turn when Link's wild behavior causes tension between the friends and attracts the attention of Matt, a jealous jock who humiliates Dave. The trio must navigate their way through high school drama while also trying to keep Link's true identity a secret from their parents and teachers. With its eccentric characters, hilarious situations, and heartfelt moments, Encino Man is an unforgettable comedy about friendship, love, and acceptance that will leave you laughing out loud.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Encino Man include Dumb and Dumber, My Cousin Vinny, The First Wives Club, Maybe Baby, Kingpin, George Carlin: Back in Town.

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Encino Man was released in theaters on May 22, 1992.