WarGames
Is it a game, or is it real?
High school student David Lightman has a talent for hacking. But while trying to hack into a computer system to play unreleased video games, he unwittingly taps into the Department of Defense's war computer and initiates a confrontation of global proportions. Together with his friend and a wizardly computer genius, David must race against time to outwit his opponent and prevent a nuclear Armageddon.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: WarGames
- Genres: Thriller, Science Fiction, Drama
- Release Date: 1983-06-03
- Runtime: 114 minutes
- Rating: 7.073/10 (2004 votes)
- Budget: $12,000,000
- Revenue: $124,600,000
- Production Companies: Sherwood Productions, United Artists
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 5.1247
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Matthew Broderick
as David Lightman
Dabney Coleman
as McKittrick
John Wood
as Stephen Falken
Ally Sheedy
as Jennifer
Barry Corbin
as General Beringer
Juanin Clay
as Pat Healy
Kent Williams
as Cabot
Dennis Lipscomb
as Watson
Joe Dorsey
as Conley
Irving Metzman
as Richter
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
"Shall We Play A Game?" Scene
David Discovers A List of Games
Hacking The School Servers
Official Trailer
War Games 1983 TV trailer
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WarGames?▼
WarGames is a Thriller, Science Fiction, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1983-06-03.
Who are the main actors in WarGames?▼
The main cast includes Matthew Broderick, Dabney Coleman, John Wood, Ally Sheedy, Barry Corbin, .
Where can I watch WarGames online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if WarGames is available.
Is WarGames based on a true story?▼
Is it a game, or is it real?
What is the IMDb rating of WarGames?▼
WarGames has an IMDb rating of 7.073/10 based on 2004 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of WarGames?▼
The movie had a production budget of $12,000,000 and earned $124,600,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for WarGames?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Sherwood Productions, United Artists. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was WarGames filmed?▼
WarGames was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is WarGames?▼
The total runtime of WarGames is 114 minutes.
Is WarGames suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to WarGames?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to WarGames.
Does WarGames have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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