Whiz Kids


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Episodes: 18

Seasons: 1

Show dates: October 5, 1983 – June 2, 1984

Performers include: Matthew Laborteaux, Todd Porter, Jeffrey Jacquet

Description: A group of teenagers who became amateur detectives using computer technology to solve mysteries. The show also starred Max Gail as an investigative reporter and A Martinez as the commanding officer of the local police precinct's detective squad. Although the series experienced a notable backlash from critics for its portrayal of teenage computer hackers, the program garnered four Youth in Film Award nominations for its young stars, as well as a fifth nomination as "Best New Television Series" of 1983.
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