Short Circuit
“Something wonderful has happened... No. 5 is alive.”
Overview
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.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Short Circuit?
Short Circuit was directed by John Badham.
What was the budget and revenue for Short Circuit?
The official budget was $10,000,000 and the movie went on to gross $40,697,761 worldwide.
Where was Short Circuit produced?
It was produced by companies including TriStar Pictures, PSO, The Turman-Foster Company in United States of America.
Short Circuit Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Short Circuit wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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