Gary (played by Anthony Michael Hall) is a protagonist in Weird Science.
A nerdy, socially awkward high school student who dreams of popularity and romance. He initiates the creation of Lisa using Wyatt's computer to overcome his insecurities and win over his crush. Wyatt (played by Ilan Mitchell-Smith) is a protagonist in Weird Science.
Gary's uptight and rule-following best friend who provides the computer and resources for the experiment. He gradually learns to relax and embrace fun through Lisa's guidance. Lisa (played by Kelly LeBrock) appears in Weird Science.
A beautiful, intelligent, reality-altering virtual woman created by Gary and Wyatt. She possesses supernatural abilities and orchestrates events to boost the boys' confidence and resolve their social problems. Chet (played by Bill Paxton) appears in Weird Science.
Wyatt's mean-spirited older brother who extorts money from him. He serves as a minor antagonist who learns a lesson through Lisa's supernatural intervention. Max (played by Robert Rusler) appears in Weird Science.
A senior jock and school bully who, along with Ian, humiliates Gary and Wyatt by pouring a slushie on them. He later attempts to manipulate the boys into recreating Lisa's creation to impress their peers. Deb (played by Suzanne Snyder) appears in Weird Science.
A popular cheerleader and the object of Gary's initial infatuation. She eventually develops genuine feelings for Gary after witnessing his newfound confidence. Hilly (played by Judie Aronson) appears in Weird Science.
A popular cheerleader and Wyatt's crush. She becomes infatuated with Wyatt after he stands up to the mutant bikers and protects her. Lucy (played by Barbara Lang) appears in Weird Science.
Gary's mother. She is shocked and dismayed by Lisa's frank behavior and the chaos during the house party, leading Lisa to alter her memory.
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Characters
Gary
(played by Anthony Michael Hall) — protagonist
A nerdy, socially awkward high school student who dreams of popularity and romance. He initiates the creation of Lisa using Wyatt's computer to overcome his insecurities and win over his crush.
Wyatt
(played by Ilan Mitchell-Smith) — protagonist
Gary's uptight and rule-following best friend who provides the computer and resources for the experiment. He gradually learns to relax and embrace fun through Lisa's guidance.
Lisa
(played by Kelly LeBrock) — supporting
A beautiful, intelligent, reality-altering virtual woman created by Gary and Wyatt. She possesses supernatural abilities and orchestrates events to boost the boys' confidence and resolve their social...
Chet
(played by Bill Paxton) — supporting
Wyatt's mean-spirited older brother who extorts money from him. He serves as a minor antagonist who learns a lesson through Lisa's supernatural intervention.
Max
(played by Robert Rusler) — supporting
A senior jock and school bully who, along with Ian, humiliates Gary and Wyatt by pouring a slushie on them. He later attempts to manipulate the boys into recreating Lisa's creation to impress their pe...
Deb
(played by Suzanne Snyder) — supporting
A popular cheerleader and the object of Gary's initial infatuation. She eventually develops genuine feelings for Gary after witnessing his newfound confidence.
Hilly
(played by Judie Aronson) — supporting
A popular cheerleader and Wyatt's crush. She becomes infatuated with Wyatt after he stands up to the mutant bikers and protects her.
Lucy
(played by Barbara Lang) — supporting
Gary's mother. She is shocked and dismayed by Lisa's frank behavior and the chaos during the house party, leading Lisa to alter her memory.
Key Relationships
Lisa → Lucy
(Narrative Memory Manipulator)
Lisa → Chet
(Conflict Supernatural Punisher)
Chet → Wyatt
(Family Antagonistic Sibling)
Wyatt → Max
(Conflict School Bully)
Gary → Max
(Conflict School Bully)
Wyatt → Hilly
(Romantic Crush)
Gary → Deb
(Romantic Crush)
Wyatt → Lisa
(Narrative Creator)
Gary → Lisa
(Narrative Creator)
Gary → Wyatt
(Social Best Friend)
Story Analysis
Two socially awkward teenagers create a reality-altering woman to boost their confidence and win over their crushes.
