Prototype (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1983, Prototype is a science fiction and tv movie film directed by David Greene, running about 96 minutes. “The future is not friendly” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An intelligent android (Michael) constructed by a research team is taken outdoors and successfully passed off as human in a trial run. When the government hears of this, they order their own set of tests in Washington. When the project leader realizes the military want the android for a soldier, he can't accept it, and he and Michael go into hiding to avoid their clutches.
Who’s in it. Prototype stars Christopher Plummer as Dr. Carl Forrester, David Morse as Michael, Frances Sternhagen as Dorothy Forrester and James Sutorius as Dr. Gene Pressman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Prototype 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 Prototype page.
If you liked it. Fans of Prototype tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Prototype (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Prototype change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Prototype worth watching?
- Prototype holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Prototype?
- Prototype stars Christopher Plummer, David Morse, Frances Sternhagen, James Sutorius and Stephen Elliott.