Frankie Muniz and director Robert Rippberger take us behind the scenes of their new sci-fi thriller Renner, about a computer genius who invents an AI life coach (voiced by Marcia Gay Harden) that evolves with shocking consequences. Malcolm in the Middle star and professional race car driver Muniz reveals the nerves he felt taking on his first leading role in years, while Rippberger shares his thoughts on AI in filmmaking – all while we reminisce over retro fashion and Malcolm in the Middle reboot updates.

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