Short Circuit (1986) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Short Circuit (1986) — After a lightning bolt zaps a robot named Number 5, the lovable machine starts to Streaming on Fandango At Home.
Short Circuit (1986) Storyline
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.
Full Cast & Crew
- Ally Sheedy as Stephanie Speck
- Steve Guttenberg as Newton Crosby
- Fisher Stevens as Ben Jabituya
- Austin Pendleton as Howard Marner
- G.W. Bailey as Skroeder
- Brian McNamara as Frank
- Tim Blaney as Number 5 (voice)
- Marvin J. McIntyre as Duke
- John Garber as Otis
- Penny Santon as Mrs. Cepeda
- Vernon Weddle as General Washburne
- Barbara Tarbuck as Senator Mills
- Tom Lawrence as Howard Marner's Aide
- Fred Slyter as Norman
- Billy Ray Sharkey as Zack
Why Watch Short Circuit?
The Vibe: Short Circuit is a mind-bending and visually spectacular science fiction movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1986. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.6/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for dreamers and fans of speculative futures. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with science fiction-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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