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Weird Science

Play trailer Poster for Weird Science PG-13 Released Aug 2, 1985 1h 34m Comedy Fantasy Play Trailer Watchlist
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Teen misfits Gary and Wyatt design their ideal woman on a computer, and a freak electrical accident brings her to life in the form of the lovely, superhuman Lisa. She outfits Gary and Wyatt in cool clothes, surprises them with a Porsche and helps them stand up to jerks Ian and Max. But, all the while, the boys must hide Lisa's existence from Chet, Wyatt's nightmare of a big brother.
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Hardly in the same league as John Hughes' other teen movies, the resolutely goofy Weird Science nonetheless gets some laughs via its ridiculous premise and enjoyable performances.

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Wendy Ide Times (UK) It’s a silly sci-fi sex comedy, but there are amusing moments to warrant revisiting. Feb 8, 2024 Full Review Anton Bitel Little White Lies The premise here threatens puerile perversion, female exploitation, and an uncomfortable age gap... – but in fact Hughes gives Lisa the confidence, agency and power that the boys lack, and makes her more fairy godmother than sex object. Aug 9, 2023 Full Review Paul Attanasio Washington Post The movie is the latest in the "Wouldn't it be neat if . . .?" school of movies. Jan 4, 2018 Full Review Emilie Black Cinema Crazed ...watching the film with the fact that it’s close to 40 years old, it is more than watchable, it’s enjoyable for most of the runtime. Rated: 3.5/5 Aug 24, 2023 Full Review Allison Rose FlickDirect If you were captivated by the originality and humor of Weird Science in theaters, you'll delight in revisiting this John Hughes classic that transcends generations. Rated: 4/5 Aug 22, 2023 Full Review Alan Jones Starburst Weird Science describes itself as *a special effects comedy*... it comes across more as a feeble blend of tediously vulgar, stale half-baked ideas. Jul 22, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Daniel I One of the best teenager movies I've ever seen, if not the best. I say this at 48 years after seeing a lot of others. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/29/24 Full Review mark g Just not enough talent or personality to carry the film, which is the big problem here. Usually Hughes films rely on some charismatic teens, they do not exist here. Hall is not very good as a lead, just forced performance and drowning. Paxton does breathe some life into film, but he's not in it enough. Quite frankly, the story is weak. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 11/19/24 Full Review Erik B Goofy, absurd, and hilarious, this is a classic John Hughes teen comedy that's still fun to watch after all these years. Anthony Michael Hall is especially on point here, and the amazingly beautiful Kelly LeBrock is perfect as the "every boy's dream girl" Lisa. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 11/10/24 Full Review Sebastian L On paper Weird Science ticks all my boxes for pure '80s gold, but somehow a lot of the fun is lost along the way. Largely the problem is structural, but there are directorial issues as well, and the story never really becomes more than an outline and an excuse for pretty girls and adolescent humour. Some rewrites and further development could have turned this into a real gem. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 08/31/24 Full Review Darrin L Didn't watch it in 1985 and now I know why. An absolutely horrific script, terribly acted. Use these 90 minutes for literally anything else, I beg you. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 06/26/24 Full Review Jason N This is a great coming of age movie. Laughed most of the runtime Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/21/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Weird Science: Official Clip - Lisa Transforms Chet Weird Science: Official Clip - Lisa Transforms Chet 1:12 Weird Science: Official Clip - Chet Apologizes Weird Science: Official Clip - Chet Apologizes 0:49 Weird Science: Official Clip - And Gary Created Woman Weird Science: Official Clip - And Gary Created Woman 2:56 Weird Science: Official Clip - Wyatt's Panties Weird Science: Official Clip - Wyatt's Panties 1:20 Weird Science: Official Clip - Check Us Out! Weird Science: Official Clip - Check Us Out! 1:50 Weird Science: Official Clip - Making a Girl Weird Science: Official Clip - Making a Girl 2:14 Weird Science: Official Clip - Meet Chet Weird Science: Official Clip - Meet Chet 2:42 Weird Science: Official Clip - Showering Is Real Fun Weird Science: Official Clip - Showering Is Real Fun 0:50 Weird Science: Official Clip - Chet Wants Answers ASAFP Weird Science: Official Clip - Chet Wants Answers ASAFP 2:27 Weird Science: Official Clip - You're Dead Meat, Pilgrim Weird Science: Official Clip - You're Dead Meat, Pilgrim 2:00 View more videos
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Synopsis Teen misfits Gary and Wyatt design their ideal woman on a computer, and a freak electrical accident brings her to life in the form of the lovely, superhuman Lisa. She outfits Gary and Wyatt in cool clothes, surprises them with a Porsche and helps them stand up to jerks Ian and Max. But, all the while, the boys must hide Lisa's existence from Chet, Wyatt's nightmare of a big brother.
Director
John Hughes
Producer
Joel Silver
Screenwriter
John Hughes
Distributor
Universal Pictures
Production Co
Universal Pictures
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Comedy, Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 2, 1985, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 10, 2013
Runtime
1h 34m
Sound Mix
Surround
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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