Raiders!: The Story of the Greatest Fan Film Ever Made (2015)

Name: Raiders!: The Story of the Greatest Fan Film Ever Made
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2015
Duration: 93 min
Rating: 6.6
Cast: John Rhys-Davies, Eli Roth, Eric Zala, Chris Strompolos, Jayson Lamb

1h 33m United States of America

Documentary

Plot

Three 11-year-old friends in Mississippi embarked on an ambitious project in 1982: remaking Raiders of the Lost Ark. Over seven tumultuous years, they faced challenges that tested their friendship and almost burned down a home. Ultimately, they completed every scene except the thrilling airplane sequence. Fast forward 30 years, they reignite their childhood passion, determined to recreate the iconic 75-foot "Flying Wing" plane in a muddy forest clearing—and blow it up. This documentary chronicles their unforgettable journey to fulfill a dream, ultimately earning the title of "the greatest fan film ever made."

Cast

John Rhys-Davies Eli Roth Eric Zala Chris Strompolos Jayson Lamb Kurt Zala Angela Rodriguez Guy Klender Michael Bales Mark Spain Harry Jay Knowles Ernest Cline Tim League John E. Hudgens Alan Stenum