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Short Circuit

“Something wonderful has happened... No. 5 is alive.”

6.719861h 38mScience FictionComedyFamily
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Short Circuit is a 1986 science fiction and comedy film, running 1h 38m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

PG age rating1h 38mScience FictionComedy

Rated PG in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
1986-05-09
Runtime
1h 38m
Genres
Science Fiction, Comedy, Family
Director
John Badham
Original language
English
Status
Released
TMDB rating
6.7 / 10 · 1,711 votes

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Synopsis

Feature film

After a lightning bolt zaps a robot named Number 5, the lovable machine starts to think he's human and escapes the lab. Hot on his trail is his designer, Newton, who hopes to get to Number 5 before the military does. In the meantime, a spunky animal lover mistakes the robot for an alien and takes him in, teaching her new guest about life on Earth.

Cast

14 names
Ally SheedyStephanie Speck
Steve GuttenbergNewton Crosby
Fisher StevensBen Jabituya
Austin PendletonHoward Marner
G.W. BaileySkroeder
Brian McNamaraFrank
Tim BlaneyNumber 5 (voice)
Marvin J. McIntyreDuke
John GarberOtis
Penny SantonMrs. Cepeda
Vernon WeddleGeneral Washburne
Barbara TarbuckSenator Mills
Tom LawrenceHoward Marner's Aide
Fred SlyterNorman

Questions about Short Circuit

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Where can I watch Short Circuit in the United Kingdom?

In the United Kingdom, Short Circuit is listed on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.

Is Short Circuit suitable for children?

Short Circuit is rated PG in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

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What is Short Circuit about?

After a lightning bolt zaps a robot named Number 5, the lovable machine starts to think he's human and escapes the lab. Hot on his trail is his designer, Newton, who hopes to get to Number 5 before the military does. In the meantime, a spunky animal lover mistakes the robot for an alien and takes him in, teaching her…

How long is Short Circuit?

Short Circuit runs for 1h 38m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

Can I watch the Short Circuit trailer?

Yes. Press Watch trailer to play Official 40th Anniversary Trailer without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.

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