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Where to Watch Short Circuit (1986) in the US
- 1986
- PG
- 1h 38m
- 6.6IMDb
- 62%Rotten Tomatoes
- 50Metascore
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What it's about
Number 5, one of a group of experimental military robots, undergoes a sudden transformation after being struck by lightning. He develops self-awareness, consciousness, and a fear of the reprogramming that awaits him back at the factory. With the help of a young woman, Number 5 tries to evade capture and convince his creator that he has truly become alive.
Cast and crew
- Director
- John Badham
- Writer
- S.S. Wilson, Brent Maddock, Jay Tarses
- Starring
- Ally Sheedy, Steve Guttenberg, Fisher Stevens
Details
- Release date
- May 9, 1986
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Box office
- $40,697,761
- Awards
- 1 win & 5 nominations total
Where to Watch Short Circuit (1986) in the US — common questions
- Where to watch Short Circuit in the United States?
- Short Circuit is available with a subscription, free with a participating library card, or to buy in the United States. Watch the movie with a subscription on Hulu (HD). Watch the movie free with a participating library card on hoopla. Buy the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I stream Short Circuit or do I have to rent it in the United States?
- Watch the movie with a subscription on Hulu (HD). Buy the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I watch Short Circuit for free in the United States?
- Watch the movie free with a participating library card on hoopla.
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