Not What I Asked For

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Not What I Asked For

"Be careful with what you wish for... It might come true."

2023

0h 15m

9.0(3 votes)

Drama

Comedy

Family

Fantasy

Overview

On the night before his birthday, Lucas wishes to not turn twenty. To his surprise, his wish comes true, leaving him stuck in time.

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João Pedro Prates

Lucas

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Guili Arenzon

Diego

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Mima Jeckel

Manuela

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