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Scanner Cop

Movie·1994·Science Fiction, Horror, Action·1h 34m·5.7 (79)·Directed by Pierre David

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Rookie cop Sam Staziak has a unique gift: he is a Scanner, which gives him the power to read the thoughts of others, and also to inflict great bodily harm. When a mad scientist begins using mind control to murder police officers, Sam realizes that only he and his unique gift can put an end to the mayhem.

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Daniel QuinnDaniel QuinnSamuel StaziakDarlanne FluegelDarlanne FluegelDr. Joan AldenRichard GroveRichard GroveCommander Peter HarriganMark RolstonMark RolstonLieutenant Harry BrownRichard LynchRichard LynchKarl GlockHilary ShepardHilary ShepardZenaJames HoranJames HoranMelvinGary HudsonGary HudsonDamon Pratt

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