Silicon Cowboys
They risked their future to create ours...
Launched in 1982 by three friends in a Houston diner, Compaq Computer set out to build a portable PC to take on IBM, the world’s most powerful tech company. Many had tried cloning the industry leader’s code, only to be trounced by IBM and its high-priced lawyers. Explore the remarkable David vs. Goliath story, and eventual demise, of Compaq, an unlikely upstart who altered the future of computing and helped shape the world as we know it today.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Silicon Cowboys
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2016-09-16
- Runtime: 77 minutes
- Rating: 6.689/10 (74 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Fancy Film Post Services, Zipper Bros Films, Campfire Studios
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.2333
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Rod Canion
as Self
Bill Murto
as Self
Jim Harris
as Self
Bill Fargo
as Self
Hugh Barnes
as Self
Gary Stimac
as Self
Steve Flannigan
as Self
Mike Swavely
as Self
Karen Walker
as Self
Ben Rosen
as Self
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Silicon Cowboys Official Trailer 1 (2016) - Documentary
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silicon Cowboys?â–Ľ
Silicon Cowboys is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2016-09-16.
Who are the main actors in Silicon Cowboys?â–Ľ
The main cast includes Rod Canion, Bill Murto, Jim Harris, Bill Fargo, Hugh Barnes, .
Where can I watch Silicon Cowboys online?â–Ľ
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Silicon Cowboys is available.
Is Silicon Cowboys based on a true story?â–Ľ
They risked their future to create ours...
What is the IMDb rating of Silicon Cowboys?â–Ľ
Silicon Cowboys has an IMDb rating of 6.689/10 based on 74 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Silicon Cowboys?â–Ľ
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Silicon Cowboys?â–Ľ
The soundtrack was composed by Fancy Film Post Services, Zipper Bros Films, Campfire Studios. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Silicon Cowboys filmed?â–Ľ
Silicon Cowboys was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Silicon Cowboys?â–Ľ
The total runtime of Silicon Cowboys is 77 minutes.
Is Silicon Cowboys suitable for kids?â–Ľ
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Silicon Cowboys?â–Ľ
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Silicon Cowboys.
Does Silicon Cowboys have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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