It's the remake of one of the most famous robots in science fiction, and Prime Video has just added it to its catalog.

The video-on-demand (VOD) platform Prime Video has strengthened its catalog with a premiere that will appeal to both nostalgic and new viewers. It's a remake of a science fiction classic, centered on one of the genre's most iconic futuristic weapons .

Directed by José Padilha, the 2014 remake of RoboCop reinterprets Paul Verhoeven's 1987 classic (also available on the same platform) and retells the story of agent Alex Murphy, transformed into a hybrid of man and machine after an attack. When Alex is seriously injured in the line of duty, OmniCorp uses its knowledge of robotics to save him and also to equip him with extraordinary abilities that will allow him to tackle unusual problems.

Starring Joel Kinnaman in the lead role and a cast that includes Gary Oldman, Michael Keaton, and Samuel L. Jackson , the film offers a more sanitized and technological vision of the character, with a different perspective than the original version. Although the project raised eyebrows from the moment it was announced, critics emphasized that, despite toning down the violence and losing some of the social satire, the film offered solid entertainment.

Padilha manages to balance spectacle and reflection by raising questions about the role of technology in security and the fine line between humanity and corporate control. This debate, presented with a more political and dramatic tone, marked a departure from the provocative style of the 1980s.

Now, with its arrival on Amazon 's paid service, RoboCop becomes an attractive option for science fiction fans. The film allows us to revisit the figure of the "cop of the future" from a different perspective, while inviting us to appreciate the contrasts between the classic and its modern version.