*batteries not included
"Five ordinary people needed a miracle. Then one night, Faye Riley left the window open."
Originally released in 1987. *batteries not included is a family/comedy film. directed by Matthew Robbins.
Starring Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy, and Frank McRae
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 18, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (771 votes)
Budget
$25M
Production budget
Box Office
$65.1M
2.6x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $25,000,000
- Revenue
- $65,088,797
Production Companies
- Amblin Entertainment
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
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 la...
Who directed *batteries not included?
*batteries not included was directed by Matthew Robbins.
How long is *batteries not included?
*batteries not included has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was *batteries not included released?
*batteries not included was released on December 18, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in *batteries not included?
The main cast of *batteries not included includes Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy, Frank McRae, Elizabeth Peña, Michael Carmine.
Is *batteries not included worth watching?
*batteries not included has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 771 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.