Weird Science (1985)

Weird Science is an American film that blends elements of comedy, science fiction and fantasy. It was written and directed by noted 80s teen comedy icon John Hughes and produced by Universal Pictures. The film was released theatrically in the United States on August 2nd, 1985. The movie stars Anthony Michael Hall and Ilan Mitchell-Smith as Gary Wallace and Wyatt Donnelly - two scrawny high school nerds who decide to use their scientific wizardry to literally create the ultimate girlfriend. The result of their efforts is Lisa, played by Kelly LeBrock a beautiful genie-like being whose sole purpose is to do anything and everything that the boys tell her to do. While satisfying their sexual needs, Lisa also teaches them how to stand up for themselves against family, rivals, and even a gang of futuristic cyborg bikers.

Notes & Trivia

 * Director John Hughes wrote the script for Weird Science in only two days.


 * The film spawned a spin-off television series, also called Weird Science'', which aired for five seasons on the USA Network between 1994 and 1997. The series starred Michael Manasseri, John Mallory Asher, Vanessa Angel and Lee Tergusen in the roles of Wyatt, Gary, Lisa and Chett (respectively).