Prototype
“The future is not friendly”
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.
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CBS Late Night promo 1987
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-02-03
Top Cast
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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
Vahan Moosekian
Dr. Kirk
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Greene
- Screenplay & Story
- William Link, Richard Levinson
- Original Score
- Billy Goldenberg
- Original Title
- Prototype
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Richard Levinson / William Link Productions, Robert Papazian Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Greene
William Link, Richard Levinson
Billy Goldenberg
Harry J. May
Robert Papazian
Department Leadership Roster
David Greene
Director
William Link
Writer
Richard Levinson
Writer
Robert Papazian
Producer
Harry J. May
Director of Photography
Billy Goldenberg
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prototype
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What is Prototype about?
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.
Who directed Prototype?
Prototype was directed by David Greene.
Who stars in Prototype?
The principal cast of Prototype includes Christopher Plummer, David Morse, Frances Sternhagen, James Sutorius, Stephen Elliott.
When was Prototype released and how long is it?
Prototype was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Prototype?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Prototype was composed by Billy Goldenberg.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Prototype?
Prototype holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).