Scanners (1981) — AI Story Visualization

Scanners (1981) Poster

Plot Analysis Summary

A rogue scanner is recruited to stop his brother's world domination plot involving a mind-altering drug.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Awakening of the Scanner

Infiltration and Betrayal

The EPhemerol Conspiracy

Telepathic Duel and Mind Swap

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.

Directed by

David Cronenberg

Key Cast

Rating: 6.7/10 (1,368 votes)