Matthew Star appears to be a typical teenager, but in actuality is an alien who is a member of the ruling family of his planet and endowed with special powers like telekinesis and telepathy. After Matthew's home planet was invaded when he was a baby, his parents sent him to Earth with one of their trusted emissaries to hide and protect him. And they await the time when Matthew's powers are developed enough that he can return and lead his people against the invaders. His guardian, who's had to change his name several times, is using the name Walter ... (thetvdb.com)