Weird Science (1985): Cast, Box Office & Plot
Weird Science is a 1985 fantasy comedy directed by John Hughes, starring Anthony Michael Hall as Gary, Ilan Mitchell-Smith and Kelly LeBrock. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $38.9 million worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 33m (93 min)
- Director
- John Hughes
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Weird Science About?
The premise of Weird Science without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Two socially awkward teens, Gary and Wyatt, constantly struggle to be accepted by their classmates. Desperate for popularity, they use a computer program to design a perfect woman, who materializes as the beautiful Lisa. She thrusts the boys into adult situations, forcing them to act like real men and boosting their confidence.
Weird Science Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- artificially created woman
- nudity
- teen comedy
- woman in a shower
- teenage sexuality
- erotic fantasy
- teenage girl
- voyeurism
- playboy magazine
- sexual attraction
- female nudity
- sexual fantasy
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- underdog gets girl
- dream girl
- chicago illinois
- porn stash
- porn magazine
- voyeur
- clothes falling off
- underboob
- nerd
- memory loss
- seductive woman
- shared shower
- sexual tension
- blonde
- barbie doll
- blue eyes
- sparkling dress
- brunette
- pink dress
- strapless dress
- pants pulled down
- lingerie store
- creator creation relationship
- male fantasy
- fantasy becomes reality
- sexual frustration
- playboy
- pornographic magazine
- three in a shower
- woman's clothes ripped off
- raunchy comedy
- title as song
- socially awkward
- house party
- homophobic slur
- gay slur
- taking a shower
- wearing bra on head
Weird Science Cast & Characters
Anthony Michael Hall leads the cast as Gary, with Ilan Mitchell-Smith as Wyatt and Kelly LeBrock as Lisa. Directed by John Hughes; 45 actors are credited in all.
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Director John Hughes
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Anthony Michael Hall as Gary - Ilan Mitchell-Smith as Wyatt
- Kelly LeBrock as Lisa
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Robert Downey Jr. as Ian
Also Starring in Weird Science
· 41 more- Robert Rusler Max
- Suzanne Snyder Deb
- Judie Aronson Hilly
- Bill Paxton Chet
- Barbara Lang Lucy
- John Kapelos Kandy Bar Owner
- Steve James Guy at Table (uncredited)
- Vernon Wells Lord General
- Michael Berryman Mutant Biker
- Wallace Langham The Weenies
- Ivor Barry Henry
- Britt Leach Al
- Kevin Thompson Blob Operator
- Pamela Gordon Wyatt's Mother
- Chino 'Fats' Williams Bar Patron
- Jennifer Balgobin Biker Girl
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- Jeff Jensen Metal Face
- Prince Hughes Party Guest
- Fred D. Scott Bar Patron
- Rick LeFevour Policeman
- Michael Cramer The Weenies
- Jill Whitlow Perfume Salesgirl
- Joe Gieb Blob Operator
- Mikul Robins The Weenies
- Doug MacHugh Wyatt's Father
- Kym Malin Girl Playing Piano
- Vince Townsend Jr. Bar Patron
- Mary Steelsmith Girl in Bathroom
- Todd Hoffman The Weenies
- Renee Props The Weenies
- Rock A. Walker Policeman
- Johnny Timko The Weenies
- Ann Coyle Carmen
- Darren Harris The Weenies
- D'Mitch Davis Bartender
- James Huffman Young Kid at Party (uncredited)
- Suzy J. Kellems Gymnast
- Theodocia Goodrich Lingerie Saleswoman
- Robin Frohman Girl in Bathroom
- Alison Carole Lowe Girl in Upside Down Bathroom
- Michael K. Washko Mall Shopper (uncredited)
More from John Hughes
More films directed by John Hughes, best-rated first: The Breakfast Club, Planes, Trains & Automobiles, Ferris Bueller's Day Off and Uncle Buck.
Weird Science Plot Summary
What happens in Weird Science from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Gary Wallace [Anthony Michael Hall] and Wyatt Donnelly [Ilan Mitchell-Smith] are the quintessential nerd duo at Shermer High School, navigating daily humiliations at the hands of the senior crowd led by Ian and Max. The two friends pore over their crushes, Deb and Hilly, feeling stuck in a cycle of awkward moments and teased potential. The social gap between them and the popular crowd feels immense, and both boys privately dream of a more exciting, confident life. When their weekend plans loosen up after a series of petty embarrassments at the mall and in the halls, the urge for a drastic change becomes irresistible.
Full summary
The whole story of Weird Science, scene by scene
Weird Science Box Office
Weird Science grossed $38.9 million worldwide. $23.8 million came from the US and Canada and $15.1 million (39%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$38.9M
- US & Canada
- $23.8M
- International
- $15.1M
Weird Science Videos
2 videos: 2 clips.
- Clip STEAM Day
How Well Do You Know Weird Science?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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- Question 10: not answered
What are the first names of the two teenage protagonists?
Cars in Weird Science
19 cars on screen, including the 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible and the 1983 Ferrari Mondial QV.
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1959 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Important role -
1983 Ferrari Mondial QV Important role -
1980 Plymouth Gran Fury Important role -
1984 Porsche 928 S Important role
Weird Science Also Known As
32 alternative titles, including “Cooler Zauber mit Lisa” and “Чудеса науки”.
- Also known as
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- Cooler Zauber mit Lisa
- Чудеса науки
- Gekkenwerk
- Lisa - drömkvinnan
- La mujer explosiva
- Странная Наука
- L.I.S.A. - Der helle Wahnsinn
- Ох уж эта наука!
- La donna esplosiva
- Tast mig, jeg er din
- Une créature de rêve
- Que Loucura de Mulher
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- Lisa - unelmien nainen
- Drömtjejen
- Különös kísérlet
- Dziewczyna z Komputera
- Ηλεκτρονικό Μανούλι
- חלומות צעירים
- Mulher Nota 1000
- Tuhaf Bilim
- 신비의 체험
- Нечиста наука
- ときめきサイエンス
- Podivná věda
- Ciencia loca
- Știința ciudată
- Чудернацька наука
- 摩登保姆
- Den eksplosive drømmekvinnen
- 摩登褓姆
- Čudnovata znanost
- Keistas išradimas
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Movies Like Weird Science
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Weirdsies, Bad Biology and Weirdsville.
Weird Science FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Weird Science, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Weird Science?
Weird Science runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
When was Weird Science released?
Weird Science was released on August 1, 1985.
Who directed Weird Science?
Weird Science was directed by John Hughes.
More films by John Hughes Who is in the cast of Weird Science?
Weird Science stars Anthony Michael Hall as Gary, Ilan Mitchell-Smith as Wyatt and Kelly LeBrock as Lisa, among 45 credited actors.
How much did Weird Science make at the box office?
Weird Science grossed $38.9 million worldwide ($23.8 million domestic, $15.1 million international).
Does Weird Science have a post-credit scene?
No. Weird Science has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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