Movies / Short Circuit (1986)
Runtime: 98 min
Languages: English
Countries: USA
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.
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| Directors (1) | Credit |
|---|---|
| John Badham | ... |
| Writers (2) | Credit |
|---|---|
| Brent Maddock | (written by) |
| S.S. Wilson | (written by) & |
| Composers (1) | Credit |
|---|---|
| David Shire | ... |
| Editors (1) | Credit |
|---|---|
| Frank Morriss | ... |
| Cinematographers (1) | Credit |
|---|---|
| Nick McLean | ... |
| Actors (26) | Credit |
|---|---|
| Ally Sheedy | Stephanie Speck |
| Austin Pendleton | Howard Marner |
| Barbara Tarbuck | Senator Mills |
| Billy Ray Sharkey | Zack |
| Brian McNamara | Frank |
| Eleanor C. Heutschy | Party Guest |
| Fisher Stevens | Ben Jabituya |
| Fred Slyter | Norman |
| G.W. Bailey | Skroeder |
| Herb Smith | Gate Guard |
| Howard Krick | Farmer |
| Jack Thompson | Party Guest |
| Jan Speck | Reporter |
| John Garber | Otis |
| Lisa McLean | Party Guest |
| Marguerite Happy | Barmaid |
| Marjorie Card Hughes | Farmer's Wife |
| Marvin J. McIntyre | Duke |
| Mary Reckley | Party Guest |
| Penny Santon | Mrs. Cepeda |
| Robert Krantz | Reporter |
| Steve Guttenberg | Newton Crosby |
| Tim Blaney | Number 5 (voice) |
| Tom Lawrence | Howard Marner's Aide |
| Vernon Weddle | General Washburne |
| William Striglos | Party Guest |