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D.A.R.Y.L. (1985)

"He can fly a jet, race a car and outsmart a computer. The government created him and now they want him destroyed."

6.419851h 40mEN
FamilyScience FictionAction

Directed by Simon Wincer

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 40m

Language

EN

Release

June 14, 1985

Director

Simon Wincer

Official Trailer

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Overview

Daryl is a normal 10-year-old boy in many ways. However, unbeknown to his foster parents and friends, Daryl is actually a government-created robot with superhuman reflexes and mental abilities. Even his name has a hidden meaning -- it's actually an acronym for Data Analyzing Robot Youth Life-form. W...

Cast

Barret Oliver

Barret Oliver

Daryl

Mary Beth Hurt

Mary Beth Hurt

Joyce Richardson

Michael McKean

Michael McKean

Andy Richardson

Kathryn Walker

Kathryn Walker

Dr. Ellen Lamb

Colleen Camp

Colleen Camp

Elaine Fox

Josef Sommer

Josef Sommer

Dr. Jeffrey Stewart

Steve Ryan

Steve Ryan

Howie Fox

Ron Frazier

Ron Frazier

General Graycliffe

David Wohl

David Wohl

Mr. Nesbitt

Danny Corkill

Danny Corkill

Turtle

Amy Linker

Amy Linker

Sherie Lee Fox

Ed Grady

Ed Grady

Mr. Bergen

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into D.A.R.Y.L. (1985), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Daryl is a normal 10-year-old boy in many ways. However, unbeknown to his foster parents and friends, Daryl is actually a government-created robot with superhuman reflexes and mental abilities. Even his name has a hidden meaning -- it's actually an acronym for Data Analyzing Robot Youth Life-form. When the organization that created him deems the "super soldier" experiment a failure and schedules Daryl to be disassembled, it is up to a few rogue scientists to help him escape.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of D.A.R.Y.L.. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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