Weird Science

Weird Science

On USA Network

1994–19985 seasons88 episodes30 min6.7 / 10

A lighthearted 1990s sitcom about teenage friendship and wish fulfillment, built on magical transformation and comedic chaos rather than genuine stakes.

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 ...

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  • Does Weird Science leave you hopeful? Yes, very. More hopeful than 92% of series.

  • Is Weird Science easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 91% of series.

  • Is Weird Science sad? Barely. Less sad than 88% of series.

  • Is Weird Science scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of series.

  • Is Weird Science violent? Not especially. Less violent than 65% of series.

These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.

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Cinnamon Score

How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

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Rarity37

How unlike any other series this one feels

Surprise38

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love44

How much audiences actually like it

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Like Weird Science

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Weird Science

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Weird Science, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Weird Science, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Weird Science, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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