Weird Science (1994)

Gary Wallace, a teenager who dreams of beautiful women and a cheerful life, and his only friend, the shy and geek Wyatt Donnelly, always serve as a target for ridicule and bullying of violent classmates. Once using a computer and mysterious electrical radiation, they manage to bring to life the "woman of their dreams." Her name is Lisa, and she is ready to fulfill the wishes of her creators ...

Sci-Fi & Fantasy Comedy magic transformation wish superhero genie sitcom teenage dreams computer technology science fictionUSA Network

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Unpretentious, effortless, classical in form and comic.

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Cast

Michael ManasseriWyatt Donnelly
John AsherGary Wallace
Vanessa AngelLisa
Lee TergesenChett Donnelly

Crew

Adam BarrProducer
Peter OckoProducer

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Seasons

Season 113 eps · 1994
Season 213 eps · 1994
Season 318 eps · 1995
Season 426 eps · 1996
Season 518 eps · 1997

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