Android

PG

1982

1h 20m

Sci-Fi

List

86%

Tomatometer

7 Reviews

39%

Audience Score

500+ Ratings

In a space station lab, reclusive scientist Dr. Daniel (Klaus Kinski) is secretly building machines, known as androids, that have similar characteristics to people. One such robotic being, Max 404 (Don Opper), is advanced enough to help Dr. Daniel carry out the experiments, but he turns out to be more human than the isolated inventor suspects. When a female criminal unexpectedly docks on the ship, Dr. Daniel is shocked to find that Max can feel not only love, but jealousy and violent rage.

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John Brosnan

Starburst

The best thing about Android is its intelligent, witty script.

Jul 29, 2022

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Ian Berriman

SFX Magazine

In a line-up of all of Roger Corman's New World productions, Android stands out for its sensitivity and gentle humour.

May 4, 2010

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Fernando F. Croce

CinePassion

Erudite, low-tech sci-fi

Aug 28, 2009

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Cole Smithey

ColeSmithey.com

Rated: 3/5

Oct 16, 2007

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Emanuel Levy

EmanuelLevy.Com

Rated: 2/5

Oct 3, 2005

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat

Spirituality & Practice

A captivating drama in its own odd way.

Rated: 3/5

Aug 19, 2004

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Android or human? What exactly does it mean to be human? Can artificial intelligence be capable of love? Roger Corman and director Aaron Lipstatd presents another one of his inexpensive sci fi romps Taking place in 2036 Don Keith Opper of 'Critters' fame as Max is the latest in artificial human creation, he's learning to understand human anatomy as well as sexuality and procreation Dr. Daniel (Klaus Kinski), is the crazed scientist who made Max yet his next goal is to create the perfect female specimen Apparently the corporation both Daniel and Max work for specializes in illegal experiments that were banned on Earth and lead to a revolt in Munich During their travels though Keller, Maggie, and Mendes have escaped from a broken prison transport and board upon Max and Dr. Daniel's space station These three have their own agenda but Max having never been in contact with a female before takes a huge interest in Maggie, can he really fall in love with her? He's not your typical android as he's very into pop culture, music, and playing arcade games Max just wants to be helpful Dr. Daniel also has something else up his sleeve The movie is cheap that's for sure but still registers as a feature film It doesn't have to be grand just competent Yeah the sets are recycled from other projects and some of the sexual politics are very questionable But this is a classic tale of the creation going against his creator just wanting to merely exist Another cautionary story of man and machine blending together sometimes disastrously, maybe some things aren't meant to be governed by the whims of man, we are allowed to think on our own, should murderers be punished? The ending gets dark very quick and kinda scary with many characters seeing tragic fates Sci-fi that's cheesy but still manages to defy expectations even if there's problems — and occasionally has problematic moments — this should be applauded for daring to enter “another dimension not only of sight and sound but of mind.” Has an intelligent witty script and although it's regulated to just one setting in space it still gets a lot done with sensitivity and febrile humor as a captivating drama of low sci-fi

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

10/16/23

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jon c

Android or human? What exactly does it mean to be human? Can artificial intelligence be capable of love? Roger Corman and director Aaron Lipstatd presents another one of his inexpensive sci fi romps Taking place in 2036 Don Keith Opper of 'Critters' fame as Max is the latest in artificial human creation, he's learning to understand human anatomy as well as sexuality and procreation Dr. Daniel (Klaus Kinski), is the crazed scientist who made Max yet his next goal is to create the perfect female specimen Apparently the corporation both Daniel and Max work for specializes in illegal experiments that were banned on Earth and lead to a revolt in Munich During their travels though Keller, Maggie, and Mendes have escaped from a broken prison transport and board upon Max and Dr. Daniel's space station These three have their own agenda but Max having never been in contact with a female before takes a huge interest in Maggie, can he really fall in love with her? He's not your typical android as he's very into pop culture, music, and playing arcade games Max just wants to be helpful Dr. Daniel also has something else up his sleeve The movie is cheap that's for sure but still registers as a feature film It doesn't have to be grand just competent Yeah the sets are recycled from other projects and some of the sexual politics are very questionable But this is a classic tale of the creation going against his creator just wanting to merely exist Another cautionary story of man and machine blending together sometimes disastrously, maybe some things aren't meant to be governed by the whims of man, we are allowed to think on our own, should murderers be punished? The ending gets dark very quick and kinda scary with many characters seeing tragic fates Sci-fi that's cheesy but still manages to defy expectations even if there's problems — and occasionally has problematic moments — this should be applauded for daring to enter "another dimension not only of sight and sound but of mind." Has an intelligent witty script and although it's regulated to just one setting in space it still gets a lot done with sensitivity and febrile humor as a captivating drama of low sci-fi

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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william k

Low budget, but neatly assembled sci-fi drama is mildly entertaining with a slightly silly android coming-of-age story; Klaus Kinski, of course, is always worth the watch.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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kevin c

On a remote space station a crazy looking scientist played perfectly by Klaus Kinski is experimenting with human like androids. Max is an android who longs to see the world and meet a female. His wish comes true when a ship of wanted criminals docks in their station for refuge. Pretty decent sci-fi flick. Kinski is always fun to observe. Enjoyed this.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

The late, great Klaus Kinski brightens everything he's featured in...at least in my opinion. Your mileage may vary...you're entitled to be wrong.:-) So this low budget, early 80s sci-fi flick is far better than it ought to be. It has a subtle sense of humor, Kinski is great and the last third or so is really effective.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/28/23

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delysid d

klaus kinski plays an android who makes androids

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

05/17/20

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Aaron Lipstadt

Director

Klaus Kinski

Dr. Daniel

Don Opper

Max 404

Brie Howard

Maggie

Norbert Weisser

Keller

Crofton Hardester

Mendes

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Synopsis

In a space station lab, reclusive scientist Dr. Daniel (Klaus Kinski) is secretly building machines, known as androids, that have similar characteristics to people. One such robotic being, Max 404 (Don Opper), is advanced enough to help Dr. Daniel carry out the experiments, but he turns out to be more human than the isolated inventor suspects. When a female criminal unexpectedly docks on the ship, Dr. Daniel is shocked to find that Max can feel not only love, but jealousy and violent rage.

Director: Aaron Lipstadt
Rating: PG
Genre: Sci-Fi
Original Language: English
Release Date (DVD): Oct 12, 2004
Runtime: 1h 20m