
"D.A.R.Y.L." is a sci-fi adventure film about a 10-year-old boy named Daryl who appears normal but is actually a government-engineered robot with extraordinary abilities. His name stands for Data Analyzing Robot Youth Life-form. When his creators decide to dismantle him, a group of rogue scientists must help him evade capture and survive.\n\nTrivia: 1) The child actor Barret Oliver, who played Daryl, previously starred in the cult classic "The NeverEnding Story," bringing experience in fantasy and sci-fi roles at a young age. 2) "D.A.R.Y.L." features early use of robotics and special effects to portray Daryl's superhuman skills, blending practical effects with storytelling. 3) The film's title character is one of the early portrayals of an android child struggling with identity, preceding later works exploring similar themes.