WarGames (1983)
Is it a game, or is it real?
Storyline
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 |
|---|---|
| Release date | Jun 3, 1983 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | video game, artificial intelligence (a.i.), computer, fbi, paranoid, cold war, political thriller, government, prosecution, hacker, norad, nuclear threat |
FAQ
What is WarGames about?
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.
When was WarGames released?
WarGames was released on Jun 3, 1983 (status: Released).
Who directed WarGames?
John Badham directed WarGames.
What is the TMDB rating of WarGames?
WarGames has a TMDB rating of 7.1/10 from 2,260 votes.