Scanners
A scientist trains a man with an advanced telepathic ability called 'scanning' to stop a dangerous Scanner with extraordinary psychic powers from waging war against non-Scanners.
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Based on audience scoresWhere to stream Scanners
Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel and HBO Max.
Rent or buy in the United States on Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
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Scanners (1981) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Scanners (1981) US trailer
Scanners (Trailer For TV, 1981)
Scanners, David Cronenberg - Original Trailer HD - By Film&Clips
Scanners (1981) - Teaser Trailer [Version 4]
Scanners (1981) - Teaser Trailer [Version 3]
Scanners (1981) - Teaser Trailer [version 2]
Scanners (1981) - Teaser Trailer [Version 1]
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Frequently asked questions about Scanners
Where can I watch Scanners in the United States?
Scanners is available to stream on Criterion Channel and HBO Max in the United States, and to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Scanners on HBO Max?
Yes. Scanners is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Criterion Channel.
Can I watch Scanners for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Scanners needs a subscription to Criterion Channel and HBO Max, or you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Scanners?
Scanners scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Scanners?
Scanners stars Stephen Lack, Jennifer O'Neill, Michael Ironside, Patrick McGoohan, and Lawrence Dane. David Cronenberg is the director.
How long is Scanners?
Scanners runs 1h 43m (103 minutes).
When did Scanners come out?
Scanners was released on January 14, 1981.
Which studio made Scanners?
Scanners was produced by Filmplan International, Canadian Film Development Corporation, and Montreal Trust Company of Canada in Canada.
What was the budget for Scanners?
Scanners was made on a budget of $4,100,000.
How much did Scanners make at the box office?
Scanners grossed $14,225,876 worldwide, against a budget of $4,100,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.