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Short Circuit 2

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1988 | 110 min | Comedy, Family, Science Fiction, Drama

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With middling reviews (43% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 6.2 out of 10 from audiences, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh, sci-fi fans and families. If you loved Transformers One, start here.
The mood
Funny with heart, feel-good.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 50 min.
What might put you off
Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.

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.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    43% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.2 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $22 million worldwide on a $15 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 74K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Kenneth Johnson

  • Tim BlaneyJohnny Five (voice)
  • Fisher StevensBen Jahrvi
  • Michael McKeanFred Ritter
  • Cynthia GibbSandy Banatoni
  • Jack WestonOscar Baldwin
  • Dee McCaffertySaunders
  • David HemblenJones
  • Don LakeManic Mike
  • Damon D'OliveiraBones
  • Tito NúñezZorro