Runaway

In a near-future society where advanced robots have become commonplace, a police detective is tasked with hunting down malfunctioning and dangerous "runaway" robots. His investigation leads him to uncover a conspiracy involving a brilliant scientist who has developed a way to reprogram these machines for nefarious purposes. The detective must race against time to stop the scientist and his army of renegade robots before they can cause widespread devastation.

Runaway received mixed reviews from critics, with many finding its plot derivative and its special effects dated even for the time. However, some praised its imaginative premise and action sequences, while audiences were generally entertained by its sci-fi thrills and star power.

• Critics found the film's premise interesting but its execution lacking.

• The special effects were noted as being unconvincing.

• It was considered an enjoyable, albeit predictable, sci-fi action flick by some.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a decent, albeit somewhat dated, sci-fi action film. Many appreciated the concept and the performances, though some felt the plot was predictable and the technology didn't hold up well.

The film features an early example of a "smart gun" with a biometric lock, a concept that would become more prevalent in science fiction and discussions about gun control in later years.