Isaac Asimov's Robots (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1988, Isaac Asimov's Robots is a science fiction film directed by Kim Takal, running about 45 minutes. “VCR Mystery Game” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Elijah Bailey, the greatest detective of the 23rd century, is faced with his toughest assignment ever... and he needs your help. For the first time in 100 years, someone has attempted a murder. With the advent of the Robot, crime has virtually disappeared. Yet a murder attempt has been made, and it may happen again. Who did it? Was it an Earthling, a Spacer, or the unthinkable... a Robot? Only you can put together the pieces and uncover the identity of the perpetrator. You'll have to move quickly though, and catch the criminal before another attempt is made.
Who’s in it. Isaac Asimov's Robots stars Valerie Pettiford as Newscaster, Stephen Rowe as Elijah Baley, Richard Levine as R. Sammy and Larry Block as Julius Enderby, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Isaac Asimov's Robots sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Isaac Asimov's Robots page.
If you liked it. Fans of Isaac Asimov's Robots tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Isaac Asimov's Robots (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Isaac Asimov's Robots change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Isaac Asimov's Robots worth watching?
- Isaac Asimov's Robots holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Isaac Asimov's Robots?
- Isaac Asimov's Robots stars Valerie Pettiford, Stephen Rowe, Richard Levine, Larry Block and Brent Barrett.
- When was Isaac Asimov's Robots released?
- Isaac Asimov's Robots was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 45 minutes.