
Scanners
10 Seconds: The Pain Begins. 15 Seconds: You Can’t Breathe. 20 Seconds: You Explode.
After a man with extraordinary, and frighteningly destructive, telepathic abilities is nabbed by agents from a mysterious rogue corporation, he discovers he is far from the only possessor of such strange powers. Some of the other “scanners” have their minds set on world domination, while others are trying to stop them.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Scanners
- Genres: Science Fiction, Horror
- Release Date: 1981-01-14
- Runtime: 103 minutes
- Rating: 6.727/10 (1236 votes)
- Budget: $4,100,000
- Revenue: $14,225,876
- Production Companies: Filmplan International, Canadian Film Development Corporation, Montreal Trust Company of Canada
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 5.1543
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Jennifer O'Neill
as Kim Obrist

Stephen Lack
as Cameron Vale

Patrick McGoohan
as Dr. Paul Ruth

Lawrence Dane
as Braedon Keller

Michael Ironside
as Darryl Revok

Robert A. Silverman
as Benjamin Pierce

Lee Broker
as Security One

Mavor Moore
as Trevellyan

Adam Ludwig
as Arno Crostic

Murray Cruchley
as Programmer 1
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Trailers & Clips
Scanners (1981) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
SCANNERS WAY CREATING SPECIAL EFFECTS
Exploding Brains and Popping Veins STEPHAN DUPUIS
Scanners (1981) US trailer
Mick Garris on Scanners
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scanners?â–Ľ
Scanners is a Science Fiction, Horror movie directed by . It was released on 1981-01-14.
Who are the main actors in Scanners?â–Ľ
The main cast includes Jennifer O'Neill, Stephen Lack, Patrick McGoohan, Lawrence Dane, Michael Ironside, .
Where can I watch Scanners online?â–Ľ
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Scanners is available.
Is Scanners based on a true story?â–Ľ
10 Seconds: The Pain Begins. 15 Seconds: You Can’t Breathe. 20 Seconds: You Explode.
What is the IMDb rating of Scanners?â–Ľ
Scanners has an IMDb rating of 6.727/10 based on 1236 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Scanners?â–Ľ
The movie had a production budget of $4,100,000 and earned $14,225,876 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Scanners?â–Ľ
The soundtrack was composed by Filmplan International, Canadian Film Development Corporation, Montreal Trust Company of Canada. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Scanners filmed?â–Ľ
Scanners was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Scanners?â–Ľ
The total runtime of Scanners is 103 minutes.
Is Scanners suitable for kids?â–Ľ
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Scanners?â–Ľ
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Scanners.
Does Scanners have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!