Six awkward kids compete in a spelling bee, with audience volunteers joining in. Short, sweet and very funny.
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Matinee and evening times
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How long is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee?
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee runs about 1 hour 45 minutes with no intermission.
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