Blade Runner
A blade runner must pursue and terminate four replicants who stole a ship in space and have returned to Earth to find their creator.
Directed by Ridley Scott · Action · Drama · Sci-Fi · 117 min · 1982
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Director
Ridley Scott
Studio
The Ladd Company / Shaw Brothers / Blade Runner Partnership
Release
25 Jun 1982
Runtime
117 min
Genres
Action, Drama, Sci-Fi
Full Plot
In the early twenty-first century, the Tyrell Corporation, during what was called the Nexus phase, developed robots, called "replicants", that were supposed to aid society, the replicants which looked and acted like humans. When the superhuman generation Nexus 6 replicants, used for dangerous off-Earth endeavors, began a mutiny on an off-Earth colony, replicants became illegal on Earth. Police units, called "blade runners", have the job of destroying - or in their parlance "retiring" - any replicant that makes its way back to or created on Earth, with anyone convicted of aiding or assisting a replicant being sentenced to death. It's now November, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. Rick Deckard, a former blade runner, is called out of retirement when four known replicants, most combat models, have made their way back to Earth, with their leader being Roy Batty. One, Leon Kowalski, tried to infiltrate his way into the Tyrell Corporation as an employee, but has since been able to escape. Beyond following Leon's trail in hopes of finding and retiring them all, Deckard believes part of what will help him is figuring out what the replicants wanted with the Tyrell Corporation in trying to infiltrate it. The answer may lie with Tyrell's fail-safe backup mechanism. Beyond tracking the four, Deckard faces a possible dilemma in encountering a fifth replicant: Rachael, who works as Tyrell's assistant. The issue is that Dr. Elden Tyrell is experimenting with her, to provide her with fake memories so as to be able to better control her. With those memories, Rachael has no idea that she is not human. The problem is not only Rachael's assistance to Deckard, but that he is beginning to develop feelings for her.
Cast & Characters
Rick Deckard
Harrison Ford
Roy Batty
Rutger Hauer
Rachael
Sean Young
Gaff
Edward James Olmos
Bryant
M. Emmet Walsh
Pris
Daryl Hannah
J.F. Sebastian
William Sanderson
Leon Kowalski
Brion James
Eldon Tyrell
Joe Turkel
Zhora Salome
Joanna Cassidy
Hannibal Chew
James Hong
Did You Know?
Made on an estimated budget of $28.0M, Blade Runner has grossed $41.7M worldwide — about 1.5x its budget.
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Blade Runner is part of TMDb's "Blade Runner Collection."
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Ridley Scott has directed 4 films in our catalog, including Gladiator II, Alien.
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Here's a summary of the information about Blade Runner:
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The film was directed by Ridley Scott
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The screenplay was written by Hampton Fancher and David Peoples
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The novel "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick served as the basis for the story
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Critical Assessment
Blade Runner holds 8.1/10 on IMDb (876,371 votes), 89% on Rotten Tomatoes, 84/100 on Metacritic.
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 11, 2026
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (8.1/10 on IMDb (876,371 votes), 89% on Rotten Tomatoes, 84/100 on Metacritic), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blade Runner's Rotten Tomatoes score?+
Blade Runner holds a 89% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes.
What is Blade Runner's IMDb rating?+
Blade Runner has a 8.1/10 rating on IMDb from 876,371 votes.
What is Blade Runner's Metacritic score?+
Blade Runner has a Metascore of 84/100 on Metacritic.
Is Blade Runner good? What are critics saying?+
Blade Runner holds 8.1/10 on IMDb (876,371 votes), 89% on Rotten Tomatoes, 84/100 on Metacritic.
How long is Blade Runner?+
Blade Runner has a runtime of 117 min.
Who directed Blade Runner?+
Blade Runner was directed by Ridley Scott.
Where can I watch Blade Runner?+
Blade Runner is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, HBO Max, Rakuten TV.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The public reaction to the movie "Blade Runner" has been overwhelmingly positive, with many praising its visual effects and themes. Reviewers have noted that it has gained in popularity over time, and some critics see it as a classic sci-fi film. However, others find parts of the story confusing or unsatisfying. The "Final Cut" release seems to offer a more complete and satisfying version of the movie, with 4K visuals being particularly praised.
Viewer Reviews (TMDb)
**Planet Noir** I declare _Blade Runner_ the best sci-fi movie of all time. Arguments? No? Okay. So long. Please upvote the guest book on your way out. WAIT! There's more. At the risk of whistling conspiracies and setting off inappropriate vibrations in your slacks, you see, this…
tmdb39513728 · 10/10Retirement - Replicants - Resplendent. Blade Runner is one of those glorious films that has gained in popularity the older it has gotten. Ridley Scott's follow up to the critical and commercial darling that was Alien, was by and large considered a flop and damned for not being a…
John Chard · 10/10The movie's story didn't do much for me, however I did find parts of it confusing. After watching it I found out that I watched the "Final Cut" which has a completely different ending and different implications from the theatrical release. I didn't understand those implications..…
jocosta3 · 6/10Some people will say this classic sci-fi "has nothing to offer other than overrated cult-status". To that, I would respond, "it has Rutger Hauer on a rooftop, and that's enough for me". _Final rating:★★★★ - Very strong appeal. A personal favourite._ (3.5 for the Theatrical Cut, 4…
Gimly · 8/10I have only viewed the Final Cut, and judging by reviews elsewhere this is possibly the most complete and satisfying version of them all. I cannot truthfully say I am in awe with this film as I found it quite plodding at times. But having said that the visionary aspects, the blea…
tmdb40011370 · 8/10This time, it is Ridley Scott's turn to offer us his prognostication of a future wherein corporate America has, ostensibly benignly, introduced the ultimate in labour saving devices - androids called "replicants" - which have a look and feel of people about them. These "Nexus" cr…
CinemaSerf · 7/10**A magnificent work, if we consider the time when it was released and the technical resources that existed.** Honestly, I didn't expect much from this movie. It was a film that was not successful in theaters and that only took off when it went to VHS, acquiring admirers since th…
Filipe Manuel Neto · 10/10Experienced on the big screen in the Everyman Cinema was just about the best way to loose myself in this spectacular SCI FI masterpiece. Without Doubt “Blade Runner” has been extremely influential since its original release over 40 years ago and it’s technical wonder and effects…
tensharpe · 8/10"Blade Runner," Ridley Scott's iconic 1982 sci-fi masterpiece, is a film that transcends time with its **thematic depth** and **stunning visual design**. Having immersed myself in all the various cuts of the movie, I can confidently say that each version provides a unique experie…
ohitsjudd · 10/10Visually stunning and completely immersive. Great performances by Harrison Ford, Rutger Hauer, Sean Young, Daryl Hannah, Edward James Olmos etc. Ridley Scott does some impressive visuals, camera work, lighting etc. Love the completely immersive dark, gritty, rainy dystopia portra…
portman123 · 10/10*Blade Runner* is one of those rare science-fiction films that feels more immersive every time I watch it. Ridley Scott’s rain-soaked, neon-lit Los Angeles is unforgettable: beautiful, grimy, melancholy, and so fully realized that it feels like a real place with a history far bey…
specimenb · 9/10
From the trailer's comments
Oh my god. It looks great in 4K. I've now seen things..you people wouldn't believe.
@JohnChu · 506 likesThis was the first 4K disc I bought for my player. I can assure you that it is like seeing an entirely different movie. It looks incredible
@Zimidiah · 155 likesOk, but this film has one of the best soundtrack ever. Why didn't they use it?
@floppypippo · 30 likesThe movie that started it all doesn't end with 2049.The show must go on.These movies are a work of art .Now I've started dreaming of electric sheep's.
@kithu1231 · 62 likesThis movie Will never age ! God i Love this movie ..
@mikestewart368 · 89 likesThis UHD 4K release is stunning.
@MarkTallen · 18 likesI don't get why the trailer makes it look like an action film with OST from The Fountain instead of the actual film score by the wonderful Vangelis, but the movie is a perfect masterpiece. The trailer just had some poor execution.
@klusterfuk3688 · 103 likesYES ! Only 2 years until flying cars and replicants ! Can't wait!
@DevilockJ · 373 likes
