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Small Wonder was an American sitcom about a robotics engineer’s attempt to disguise a robot as his adopted daughter. The series ran from 1985-1989 and gained unexpected popularity, particularly with children, leading to international dubbing efforts. It followed the family's efforts to maintain the deception.
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What is Small Wonder about?
Small Wonder follows robotics engineer Ted Lawson, who hides a robot girl named Vicki by presenting her as his adopted daughter. The American sitcom ran in first-run syndication from 1985 to 1989.
Who played Vicki the robot in Small Wonder?
Tiffany Brissette played Vicki, the robot modeled as a human child. The Lawson family also included Ted, Joan, and their son Jamie, who had to keep Vicki's identity secret.
Why does Vicki create so many problems for the Lawson family?
Vicki often interprets language literally and responds with unusual robot behavior, making ordinary family situations difficult. Her secret is threatened by neighbors, classmates, and even a rival robotics company during the show's 1985 to 1989 run.
What does VICI mean in Small Wonder?
Vicki's name comes from the robot project name Voice Input Child Identicant. The character is played by Tiffany Brissette and is presented as a robot built by Ted Lawson.
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