RoboCop
RoboCop

RoboCop

1987Movie102 minEnglish

In a violent, near-apocalyptic Detroit, evil corporation Omni Consumer Products wins a contract from the city government to privatize the police force. To test their crime-eradicating cyborgs, the company leads street cop Alex Murphy into an armed confrontation with crime lord Boddicker so they can use his body to support their untested RoboCop prototype. But when RoboCop learns of the company's nefarious plans, he turns on his masters.

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IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes89%
Metacritic67/100
Google Users90%
Director: Paul VerhoevenGenres: Action, Crime, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a crime-ridden Detroit, a terminally wounded police officer, Alex Murphy, is transformed into a cyborg law enforcer named RoboCop. Initially programmed to serve and protect, RoboCop begins to recall his past life and seeks revenge on the corrupt corporation and criminals responsible for his demise. His quest for justice challenges his programming and humanity, leading to a violent showdown.

Critical Reception

RoboCop was a critical and commercial success, lauded for its blend of satirical social commentary, brutal action, and dark humor. Critics praised its innovative special effects, strong performances, and its sharp critique of corporate greed and urban decay, though some noted its extreme violence. It has since become a cult classic and a significant film in the science fiction genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • A brilliantly violent and darkly satirical sci-fi action film.
  • Praised for its biting social commentary on consumerism and corporate corruption.
  • Noted for its groundbreaking special effects and memorable performances.

Google audience: Audiences widely appreciate RoboCop for its stylish direction, intense action sequences, and its clever, often humorous, social satire. The film is frequently cited as a groundbreaking piece of science fiction that remains relevant for its commentary on corporate power and the nature of humanity.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for two Academy Awards (Best Film Editing, Best Sound), won Saturn Awards for Best Director and Best Science Fiction Film.

Fun Fact

The distinctive helmet worn by RoboCop was actually too small for Peter Weller, requiring him to wear a form-fitting costume that restricted his vision and limited his ability to turn his head, contributing to the character's stiff, robotic movements.

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drystyx

drystyx

I'd buy that for a dollar and a dime. Outbid them fair and square. This is one of the Verhoeven masterpieces. It's a bit of action and a bit of parody, and a lot of "in your face" directing that puts Verhoeven a step above Tarantino, bec...
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

Peter Weller is policeman "Murphy" who doesn't make it through his first day on patrol is the brutally lawless Detroit. Luckily for him, though, the "Omni" company has been developing plans for a semi-automated, heavily armed super cop - an...
JPV852

JPV852

Seen this several times over the years and still holds up well, story and satire wise, though certainly some of the effects were dated (in particular the death of one character falling out a window). Other than that, an entertaining and blo...
John Chard

John Chard

They'll fix you. They fix everything. On his first day out on the streets of Detroit, Officer Murphy is brutally killed by known thug leader, Clarence Boddicker. Scientists at OCP are able to use what remains of Murphy's body and build a...
Gimly

Gimly

Ahhh, 1987, what a year for cinema. Not the least of which is Paul Verhoeven's incredible feat of practical effects engineering: _RoboCop_. This is one of those older movies where I can totally confirm for you, my love for it is in no way r...