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Short Circuit 2 (1988)

Movie"The adventures of America's most electric leading man continue."
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62
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PG 1 hr 50 minJul 6th, 1988Science Fiction, Family, Comedy, DramaShort Circuit Collection PosterPart of Short Circuit Collection
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Robot Johnny 5 moves to the city to help his friend Ben Jahrvi with his toy manufacturing enterprise, only to be manipulated by criminals who want to use him for their own nefarious purposes.
StarringTim BlaneyFisher StevensMichael McKean
DirectorKenneth Johnson

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:July 6th, 1988
On DVD & Blu-ray:August 7th, 2001 - Buy DVD
Movie Budget:$10,000,000
Movie Box Office Gross:$21,600,000 (Worldwide)
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Michael MacDonald
Production Companies:TriStar Pictures, The Turman-Foster Company
Movie Tags:
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Short Circuit Collection

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.