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.”
What is D.A.R.Y.L.?
D.A.R.Y.L. is a film first released in 1985.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 14, 1985
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures, World Film Services
- Genres
- Family, Science Fiction, Adventure
- Updated
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Overview
D.A.R.Y.L. is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Family, Science Fiction, Adventure. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Pictures, World Film Services. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A boy who seems ordinary hides a secret super‑human origin.”
- Unique blend of childhood innocence and high‑tech intrigue
- Tense cat‑and‑mouse chase between scientists and agency
- Explores the ethics of artificial life
- Predictable formulaic moments
- Special effects reflect its era
Watch it if you enjoy sci‑fi stories that put a child’s perspective at the center of a government conspiracy.
Suitable for older children and adults; contains mild tension and themes of secrecy.
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Frequently asked questions
What does D.A.R.Y.L. stand for?
It stands for Data Analyzing Robot Youth Life‑form.
Is Daryl a real boy?
No, he is a government‑created robot posing as a ten‑year‑old.
Who is trying to stop Daryl?
The organization that built him plans to disassemble him, while a few rogue scientists aid his escape.
What genre does the film belong to?
It mixes science‑fiction, family drama, and thriller elements.
Is the film appropriate for kids?
It is generally suitable for older children, though it includes some suspenseful moments.
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