Where to watch Short Circuit (1986) in the UK
Short Circuit (1986) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, and Amazon Video. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Something wonderful has happened... No. 5 is alive.
After a lightning bolt zaps a robot named Number 5, the lovable machine starts to think he's human and escapes the lab. Hot on his trail is his designer, Newton, who hopes to get to Number 5 before the military does. In the meantime, a spunky animal lover mistakes the robot for an alien and takes him in, teaching her new guest about life on Earth.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Short Circuit.
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Ally SheedyStephanie Speck -
Steve GuttenbergNewton Crosby -
Fisher StevensBen Jabituya -
Austin PendletonHoward Marner -
G.W. BaileySkroeder -
Brian McNamaraFrank -
Tim BlaneyNumber 5 (voice) -
Marvin J. McIntyreDuke
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Short Circuit — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream Short Circuit in the UK?
Short Circuit (1986) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent Short Circuit?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of Short Circuit?
Yes. Short Circuit can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, and Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is Short Circuit on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Short Circuit is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
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