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Play trailer Poster for Weird Science PG-13 Released Aug 2, 1985 1h 34m Comedy Fantasy Romance Sci-Fi 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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L S An almost perfect, largely guiltless, 80s silly adventure movie. Endlessly quotable, and a joy from beginning to end. One may need to be under the influence to really appreciate now, but a solid and pure, Hughes endeavour. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/08/25 Full Review Joel H You know, I probably should have left this movie in the past. For little maniacs (a.k.a. teenage boys), Weird Science may be amusing, but this creation’s shortcomings are much more apparent when you’re an adult. I don’t feel like John Hughes really put much effort into the script or the directing. It’s simplistic and choppy, spending way too long on some scenes and rushing through others. It also has a mainly juvenile sense of humor, which is unlike Hughes’ other works of the time. Oingo Boingo’s song, “Weird Science,” may have stood the test of time, but the movie Weird Science definitely has not. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 02/07/25 Full Review chris h I adore this movie from my childhood...still holds up and a fun time.Chet is funny.Robert downey jr before he became to big for his own britches. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/27/25 Full Review Brian G A stupid movie but entertaining and absurd enough to still hold your interest . Also it should be said this movie would never get made today and I think that alone makes it worth the watch. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/20/25 Full Review thiago s Filme mais ou menos, o roteiro é mais ou menos, esse filme tentou colocar uma mulher para os garotos nerds Só que o filme inventou, começou a colocar uns caras que meio robôs para atacar os garotos, a maioria das cenas sao fracas, e esse infelizmente foi um filme fraco para mais ou menos do John hughes, um filme que tentou colocar fantasia com comédia e não deu certo. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 01/20/25 Full Review 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 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, Romance, Sci-Fi
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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