D.A.R.Y.L. (1985) – A boy robot with superhuman powers runs from disassembly

Description

Daryl is a ten-year-old boy who seems completely ordinary, living with guardians and interacting with friends. However, he hides a secret – he is a government-created robotic being with extraordinary reflexes and mental abilities. His name is an acronym that stands for Data Analyzing Robot Youth Life-form, revealing his artificial nature and uniqueness. The organization that created Daryl as a 'super soldier' experiment decides that the project has failed, and thus plans to disassemble him. This threat creates a conflict between Daryl and his creators, as well as between his guardians and the scientists who seek to protect him. Several rebellious scientists decide to help Daryl escape from his intended fate and avoid destruction. The action unfolds in the genres of family, science fiction, and adventure, directed by Simon Wincer. Barret Oliver plays Daryl, while Mary Beth Hurt and Michael McKean portray his guardians. This story explores the relationship between technology and humanity as artificial intelligence faces threats from its creators and strives to survive and be free.