Scanners III: The Takeover 1992
“Scanners against scanners... The battle for total control has begun.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Director
- Christian Duguay
- Networks
- Filmtech, The Image Organization, Lance Entertainment
- Where to Stream
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What is Scanners III: The Takeover?
Scanners III: The Takeover is a 1992 Canadian science fiction horror film and the second sequel to the film Scanners, also known as Scanner Force in the UK. Christian Duguay directed the movie, which features a different set of characters from either of the preceding films.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1992
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 31, 1992
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Studios
- Filmtech, The Image Organization, Lance Entertainment
- Budget
- $6,000,000
- Genres
- Horror, Science Fiction, Action
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At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.4/10 from 127 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~95 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Filmtech, The Image Organization, Lance Entertainment
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Scanners III: The Takeover is a 1992 Canadian science fiction horror film and the second sequel to the film Scanners, also known as Scanner Force in the UK. Christian Duguay directed the movie, which features a different set of characters from either of the preceding films. The R-rated feature has a running time of one hour and thirty-five minutes and was released in the United States on May 14, 1992. The narrative centers on a young scanner equipped with extraordinary telepathic powers who transforms into a lethal killing machine after taking one of her father's experimental drugs. Categorized under the horror, science fiction, and action genres, the production received mixed reviews and is noted as the least successful film in the franchise.
Should you watch it?
“A young scanner develops lethal telepathic abilities after consuming her father's experimental drug.”
- Explores the consequences of experimental drug use on telepathic powers
- Features a unique premise involving scanners fighting for control
- Provides a continuation of the Scanners film franchise
- It is considered the least successful entry in the Scanners series
Watch it if you are a completionist interested in the evolution of the Scanners film franchise.
This film is rated R and maintains a tone consistent with science fiction horror, featuring a runtime of one hour and thirty-five minutes.
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Where can I stream Scanners III: The Takeover?
Streaming availability varies by region; you should check local platforms via The Movie Database to see if it is currently offered in your area.
Is this film worth watching?
The film received mixed reviews and is generally considered the least successful of the Scanners series, which may influence your decision to watch.
How long is the film?
The runtime of Scanners III: The Takeover is one hour and thirty-five minutes.
Are there essential episodes or films I need to see first?
As this is the second sequel to the original Scanners, watching the preceding films may provide necessary context for the series.
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