Not Quite Human (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1987, Not Quite Human is a comedy, family, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Steven Hilliard Stern, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Dr. Jonas Carson, a scientist, invents Chip, an android teenager. Dr. Carson sends Chip to school with his daughter Becky to see whether an android could interact with others. But his former employer decides to try and make a profit by stealing the mechanical boy.
Who’s in it. Not Quite Human stars Jay Underwood as Chip Carson, Alan Thicke as Jonas Carson, Robyn Lively as Becky Carson and Joseph Bologna as Gordon Vogel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Not Quite Human has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Not Quite Human page.
If you liked it. Fans of Not Quite Human tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Not Quite Human (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Not Quite Human change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Not Quite Human worth watching?
- Not Quite Human holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family, science fiction and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Not Quite Human?
- Not Quite Human stars Jay Underwood, Alan Thicke, Robyn Lively, Joseph Bologna and Robert Harper.