Short Circuit 2 1988
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56 Reviews
83%
Gummy
1%
SplatRobot 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.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Johnny Five (voice)
as Ben Jahrvi
as Fred Ritter
as Sandy Banatoni
as Oscar Baldwin
as Saunders
as Jones
as Manic Mike
as Bones
as Zorro
Director:
Writer:
S.S. Wilson, Brent Maddock
Stars:
Tim Blaney, Fisher Stevens, Michael McKean, Cynthia Gibb, Jack Weston, Dee McCafferty, David Hemblen, Don Lake, Damon D'Oliveira, Tito Núñez,
Genres:
Comedy,Family,Science Fiction,Drama
Release Date:
1988 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
110 min
MMPA Rating:
PG
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Short Circuit 2
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
SW
Cast
as Johnny Five (voice)
as Ben Jahrvi
as Fred Ritter
as Sandy Banatoni
as Oscar Baldwin
as Saunders
as Jones
as Manic Mike
as Bones
as Zorro
as Lil Man
as Spooky
as Officer Mendez
as Officer O'Malley
as Priest
as Hans de Ruyter
as Dartmoor
as News Vendor
as Mr. Slater
as Russian Taxi Driver
as Simpson's Truck Driver
as Card Hustler
as Bill
as Mr. Arnold
as Francis
as Toy Robot Builder
as Robotic Company CEO
as Robotic Executive
as Robotic Engineer
as Federal Judge
as Art Lover
as Art Lover
as Clothing Store Owner
as Paramedic
as Secretary
as Desk Sergeant
as Bus Driver
as Entourage Leader
as Reporter
as Swat Team Officer
as Stephanie Speck (voice)
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