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*batteries not included (1987): movie guide
*batteries not included (1987) is a Family, Comedy, Science Fiction running about 107 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 6.7/10 from 856 votes. Notable cast includes Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy, Frank McRae, Elizabeth Peña. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1987-12-18
- Runtime: 107 min
- TMDB: 6.7/10
- Genres: Family, Comedy, Science Fiction
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1987-12-18
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What is *batteries not included about?
In a soon to be demolished block of apartments, the residents resist the criminal methods used to force them to leave so a greedy tycoon can build his new skyscraper. When tiny mechanical aliens land for a recharge, they decide to stay and help out.
Cast highlights
*batteries not included features Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy, Frank McRae, Elizabeth Peña, Michael Carmine, Dennis Boutsikaris. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1987-12-18. Runtime: 107 minutes. TMDB score: 6.7/10 (856 votes). Genres: Family, Comedy, Science Fiction. Original language: en. Status: Released.
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is *batteries not included?
- *batteries not included is listed as Family, Comedy, Science Fiction on TMDB.
- How long is *batteries not included?
- *batteries not included runs about 107 minutes.
- Who stars in *batteries not included?
- Cast highlights include Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy, Frank McRae, Elizabeth Peña, Michael Carmine, Dennis Boutsikaris.
- Does Cinema Box stream *batteries not included?
- No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.
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