Weird Science
1985, English. Directed by John Hughes.
It's all in the name of science... Weird Science.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 1,629 TMDB viewer ratings.
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- Released
- 1 August 1985
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Hughes
- Budget
- $7.5M
- Box office
- $39M
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What Weird Science is based on
Weird Science is adapted from a comic.
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Weird Science: quick answers
Is Weird Science worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 1,629 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Weird Science?
Weird Science runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Weird Science have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Weird Science. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Weird Science parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Weird Science is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Weird Science on?
Weird Science isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like Weird Science?
If you liked Weird Science, try The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension, Better Off Dead..., Back to the Future.
Who directed Weird Science?
Weird Science (1985) was directed by John Hughes and stars Anthony Michael Hall, Ilan Mitchell-Smith, Kelly LeBrock.
What is Weird Science based on?
Weird Science is adapted from a comic.