Solo
“Part man. Part machine. Total weapon.”
Synopsis
An android fighting-machine is charged with destroying a small brigade of rebels in a Latin American war who are fighting to maintain their freedom and protect their village. Contrary to his programming, Peebles decides to stay and assist the rebels in their plight. Having gained this information, his "creators" develop a more powerful android to try and defeat him.
Top Cast
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Mario Van Peebles
Solo
Barry Corbin
General Clyde Haynes
William Sadler
Colonel Frank Madden / Improved Solo
Jaime Osorio Gómez
Sgt. Lorenzo the Tracker
Demián Bichir
Rio
Seidy López
Agela
Abraham Verduzco
Miguel the Kid
Joaquín Garrido
Vasquez
Adrien Brody
Dr. Bill Stewart, Solo's Designer
Brent Schaeffer
Communications Officer
Lucas Dudley
Helmsman
Christopher Michael
Flight Deck Officer
Rafael Velasco
Justos
Abel Woolrich
Lazaro
Farnesio de Bernal
Father Cerna
Socorro Avelar
Abeulita
Álvaro Carcaño
Elder #1
Carlos Quintero
Elder #2
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 23, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 24, 1997
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norberto Barba
- Screenplay & Story
- David L. Corley
- Original Score
- Christopher Franke
- Original Title
- Solo
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Orpheus Films, Triumph Films, Van Peebles Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norberto Barba
David L. Corley, Robert Mason
Christopher Franke
Christopher Walling
Scott Conrad
Joseph Newton Cohen, John Flock, Jose Ludlow, Gina Resnick
Department Leadership Roster
Norberto Barba
Director
David L. Corley
Screenplay
Joseph Newton Cohen
Producer
John Flock
Producer
Jose Ludlow
Producer
Gina Resnick
Producer
Christopher Franke
Original Music Composer
Christopher Walling
Director of Photography
Scott Conrad
Editor
Markus Canter
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Solo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Solo about?
An android fighting-machine is charged with destroying a small brigade of rebels in a Latin American war who are fighting to maintain their freedom and protect their village. Contrary to his programming, Peebles decides to stay and assist the rebels in their plight. Having gained this information, his "creators" develop a more powerful android to try and defeat him.
Who directed Solo?
Solo was directed by Norberto Barba.
Who stars in Solo?
The principal cast of Solo includes Mario Van Peebles, Barry Corbin, William Sadler, Jaime Osorio Gómez, Demián Bichir.
When was Solo released and how long is it?
Solo was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Solo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Solo was composed by Christopher Franke.
Is Solo based on a book or true story?
Solo is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Robert Mason".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Solo?
Solo holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).