Name: Scanners
Director: David Cronenberg
Genre: Science Fiction, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Released: 1981-01-01
Duration: PT1h 43mM
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Stephen Lack, Jennifer O'Neill, Michael Ironside, Patrick McGoohan, Lawrence Dane

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What is Scanners (1981) about?

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A scientist trains a man with an advanced telepathic ability called 'scanning' to stop a dangerous Scanner with extraordinary psychic powers from waging war against non-Scanners.

Question 2

Who stars in Scanners?

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Scanners stars Stephen Lack (Cameron Vale), Jennifer O'Neill (Kim Obrist), Michael Ironside (Darryl Revok), Patrick McGoohan (Dr. Paul Ruth), Lawrence Dane (Braedon Keller). The film was directed by David Cronenberg.

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How long is Scanners?

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Scanners has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1981. It is rated R.

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Is Scanners worth watching?

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Scanners holds an IMDb rating of 6.7/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 69. Fans of Science Fiction, Horror, Sci-Fi are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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Where can I watch Scanners?

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