Auton (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1997, Auton is an action, horror and science fiction film directed by Nicholas Briggs, running about 57 minutes. “In deep space, death is waiting to return...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a top-secret UNIT warehouse Dr Sally Arnold is studying a Nestene energy unit with little success. Until she subjects it to cosmic signals that activate it and it awakens several dormant Autons stored in the facility.
Who’s in it. Auton stars Michael Wade as Lockwood, Bryonie Pritchard as Dr. Sally Arnold, George Telfer as Winslet and Reece Shearsmith as Dr. Daniel Matthews, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Auton has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Auton page.
If you liked it. Fans of Auton tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Auton (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Auton change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Auton worth watching?
- Auton holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Auton?
- Auton stars Michael Wade, Bryonie Pritchard, George Telfer, Reece Shearsmith and Michael Wade.
- When was Auton released?
- Auton was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.