Weird Science (1985) movie poster

Weird Science (1985)

"It's all in the name of science...Weird Science."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 53% (RT: 60%, MC: 46) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyFantasyScience FictionRomance

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Director
Runtime
1h 33m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (1,518 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
60%
Metacritic
46
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,518 votes. Critics scored it lower at 53%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Two unpopular teenagers, Gary and Wyatt, fail at all attempts to be accepted by their peers. Their desperation to be liked leads them to "create" a woman via their computer. Their living and breathing creation is a gorgeous woman, Lisa, whose purpose is to boost their confidence level by putting them into situations which require Gary and Wyatt to act like men. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Anthony Michael Hall spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The iconic poster for Weird Science was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • The initial cut of Weird Science was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Weird Science is a 1985 comedy, fantasy, science fiction film directed by John Hughes. Two unpopular teenagers, Gary and Wyatt, fail at all attempts to be accepted by their peers. Their desperation to be liked leads them to "create" a woman via their computer.

Their living and breathing creation is a gorgeous woman, Lisa, whose purpose is to boost their confidence level by putting them into situations which require Gary and Wyatt to act like men. The film has been rated by 1,518 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Weird Science delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Weird Science (1985) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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