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Super 8 is a 2011 American science fiction thriller film written and directed by J. J. Abrams, who produced with Steven Spielberg and Bryan Burk. The film's ensemble cast stars Kyle Chandler, Elle Fanning, Joel Courtney, Gabriel Basso, Noah Emmerich, Ron Eldard, Riley Griffiths, Ryan Lee, and Zach Mills. Set in 1979, the film follows a group of young teenagers who witness a mysterious train derailment while filming their own Super 8 movie and strange occurrences unfold in their small Ohio town. Released on June 10, 2011, Super 8 received positive reviews from critics and was a box office success, grossing over $260 million worldwide. The film was nominated and won numerous accolades.