Where can I watch “Scanners” legally online?

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Where to Watch Scanners (1981) (Legally)

10 Seconds: The Pain Begins. 15 Seconds: You Can’t Breathe. 20 Seconds: You Explode.

Jan 14, 1981 CA 103 min R 18+

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Science Fiction Horror

Where can I watch “Scanners” legally?

We don’t host streams or downloads. Below are legal provider hints for the US region first, with a fallback for other English-speaking regions if available.

US providers

Streaming

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YouTube TV

Criterion Channel

Cinemax Amazon Channel HBO Max

HBO Max

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Rent

Amazon Video

Apple TV Store

Fandango At Home

Buy

Amazon Video

Apple TV Store

Fandango At Home

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English-region fallback

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Where to watch “Scanners” (1981) legally online? See US options first, with English-region fallbacks.

What to expect (spoiler-free)

If you’re considering “ (1981), this quick guide summarizes the essentials.

Expect a Science Fiction, Horror blend, with a runtime close to 103 minutes.

Top billed names include Stephen Lack, Jennifer O'Neill, Michael Ironside, Patrick McGoohan.

For families, checking the local age rating is recommended before watching.

Topics & keywords

mind control, telepathy, paranormal phenomena, telekinesis, murder, psychic power, mind reading, scientist, exploding head, drugs, body horror

Official trailer

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Plot

A scientist trains a man with an advanced telepathic ability called 'scanning' to stop a dangerous Scanner with extraordinary psychic powers from waging war against non-Scanners.