Movie

Prototype

“The future is not friendly”

★ 6.3(9)19831h 36m

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Good to know

Director: David Greene
Release date: 1983-12-07
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Richard Levinson / William Link Productions

Prototype — trailer

About Prototype

Prototype is a 1983 movie in the Science Fiction and TV Movie genres, directed by David Greene, starring Christopher Plummer, David Morse and Frances Sternhagen. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Prototype in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An intelligent android (Michael) constructed by a research team is taken outdoors and successfully passed off as human in a trial run. When the government hears of this, they order their own set of tests in Washington. When the project leader realizes the military want the android for a soldier, he can't accept it, and he and Michael go into hiding to avoid their clutches.

Cast

Christopher Plummer

Dr. Carl Forrester

David Morse

Michael

Frances Sternhagen

Dorothy Forrester

James Sutorius

Dr. Gene Pressman

Stephen Elliott

Dr. Arthur Jarrett

Arthur Hill

Gen. Keating

Doran Clark

Chris

Alley Mills

Dr. Rebecca Bishop

Ed Call

Security Guard

Jonathan Estrin

Dr. Cooper

Richard Kuss

Harris

Pat McNamara

Landlord

Themes & keywords

android

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Prototype in Japan?+

Prototype is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Prototype on Netflix?+

Prototype is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is Prototype?+

Prototype has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in Prototype?+

Prototype stars Christopher Plummer, David Morse, Frances Sternhagen, James Sutorius and Stephen Elliott.

When did Prototype come out?+

Prototype is a 1983 movie directed by David Greene.

What genre is Prototype?+

Prototype is Science Fiction and TV Movie film.

Who directed Prototype?+

Prototype was directed by David Greene.