Short Circuit 2
Short Circuit 2

Movie spotlight

Short Circuit 2

1988
Movie
110 min
English

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.

Insights

IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes40%
Google Users74%
Director: Kenny OrtegaGenres: Comedy, Sci-Fi, Adventure

Plot Summary

Number 5, now known as Johnny 5, travels to New York City to meet his creator. While there, he becomes entangled with a group of thieves who plan to use his advanced technology for their own criminal purposes. Johnny 5 must use his intelligence and newfound abilities to thwart their plans and protect himself.

Critical Reception

Short Circuit 2 was met with mixed to positive reviews from critics, who found it to be an enjoyable, albeit formulaic, sequel. Audiences generally received it well, appreciating its humor and the continuation of Johnny 5's adventures.

What Reviewers Say

  • A fun and often humorous follow-up to the original.

  • While predictable, the film benefits from Johnny 5's engaging personality and a strong comedic performance from Fisher Stevens.

  • Critics noted that the plot felt somewhat recycled but found the overall entertainment value to be sufficient.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a positive reception, with many appreciating the film's lighthearted humor, the charm of Johnny 5, and the action sequences. Some viewers found the plot a bit thin, but generally considered it a solid family-friendly sequel.

Fun Fact

During the production of Short Circuit 2, the animatronic robot used for Johnny 5 was stolen and later recovered after the thieves attempted to sell it for parts.

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