short circuit
- Main Genre
- Comedy
- Studio
- Dimension Films
- Writers
- Brent Maddock , S.S. Wilson , Dan Milano , Matt Lieberman , Lindsey Beer
Summary
Updating/re-imagining of the classic John Badham film where 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 troubled young boy, Number 5 tries to evade capture and convince his creator that he has truly become alive.
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Steven Guttenberg and Johnny 5 Have A Nostalgic Short Circuit Reunion
Thanks to an incredible, fully-functioning replica, Short Circuit’s Johnny 5 came to life at the recent Retro Expo event.
Fisher Stevens Steps Out from Behind the Camera, Now He's Reeling in the Roles
The multi-talented filmmaker and Short Circuit star Fisher Stevens is stepping back into the spotlight, and the fans are loving it.
Johnny 5 Is Still Alive with Fan-Made Short Circuit LEGO Set
The fan-designed LEGO idea comes with fully motorized body and could become LEGO's next new set.
Original Short Circuit House to Become Bed & Breakfast Toy Museum Complete with Johnny 5
Richard Bates is restoring the house used in 80s classic Short Circuit and will be taking guest reservations starting next year.
Short Circuit Reboot Is Happening with a Twist on the '80s Classic
Screenwriters Eduardo Cisneros and Jason Shuman will put a 'Latinx twist' on the classic sci-fi movie Short Circuit.
Transformers Movie Writers Room Adds 2 Women
Christina Hodson and Lindsay Beer become the first two female scribes to join the writers room for Paramount's Transformers franchise.
Jetsons Animated Movie Is Happening at Warner Bros.
Warner Bros. has decided against a live-action Jetsons movie and will make a feature length animated adventure instead.
Short Circuit Remake Lands Writer Matt Lieberman
Tim Hill is attached to direct this remake of the 1986 classic about a robot who develops human emotions.
Walter the Farting Dog Gets Director Tim Hill
Paramount Pictures has taken over this 20th Century Fox project about a family who must cope with their flatulent dog.
Short Circuit Gets Director Tim Hill
The Hop director takes over on this languishing remake about an experimental robot who develops human emotion and intelligence.
The Muppets Full-Length Trailer!
The first full-length trailer is here! Director James Bobin tells the story behind the rise and fall of Kermit and his friends, in theaters this Thanksgiving.
Dan Milano to Write Short Circuit Remake
Scribe is best known for writing and voicing characters on the TV show Robot Chicken.
Dimension Planning Short Circuit Remake
The 1986 film about a military robot that developed consciousness.
Twelve New Celebrities Get Ready for Dancing with the Stars
ABC has issued a press release with details for the sixth season of the hit reality show.