Small Wonder (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Series · ★ 6.9
Released in 1985, Small Wonder is a comedy and family series.
What it’s about. When genius cybernetics engineer Ted Lawson brings home his top-secret invention, a Voice Input Child Identicant or V.I.C.I., life becomes anything but mechanical for the Lawson Family. With his boss and his nosy family living next door, Ted, his wife Joan and their son Jamie must pass Vicki off as a real child. It is easy for Joan, who cannot help doting on her like a daughter, but harder for precocious Jamie, who uses Vicki to do his homework and to ward off Harriet, the annoying redheaded girl next door.
Who’s in it. Small Wonder stars Tiffany Brissette as Victoria "Vicki" Ann Smith-Lawson, Dick Christie as Ted Lawson, Marla Pennington as Joan Lawson and Jerry Supiran as Jamie Lawson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Small Wonder has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Small Wonder page.
If you liked it. Fans of Small Wonder tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Small Wonder (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Small Wonder change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Small Wonder worth watching?
- Small Wonder holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Small Wonder?
- Small Wonder stars Tiffany Brissette, Dick Christie, Marla Pennington, Jerry Supiran and Emily Schulman.
- When was Small Wonder released?
- Small Wonder was released in 1985.