Film · 1983
WarGames
Directed by John Badham · starring Matthew Broderick, Dabney Coleman and John Wood
- 1 h 54 min
- PG
- Science fiction · Thriller
USA
- Released in the UK 17 August 1983
- 7.0 Users5 votes
Synopsis
Computer hacker David Lightman (Broderick) can bypass the most advanced security systems, break the most intricate secret codes and master even the most difficult computer games. But when he unwittingly taps into the Defense Department's war computer, he initiates a confrontation of global proportions World War III! Together with his girlfriend (Sheedy) and a wizardly computer genius (Tony Awardr winner John Wood), David must race against time to outwit his opponent...and prevent a nuclear Armageddon.
Where to watch WarGames
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The essentials
- Runtime
- 114 min1 hour and 54 minutes
- Budget
- $12mUnited Artists
- Rating
- PGParental guidance
- How long is WarGames?
- 1 hour and 54 minutes (114 minutes).
- When was WarGames released in the UK?
- It was released in the UK on 17 August 1983.
- Who directed WarGames?
- John Badham.
- Who is in WarGames?
- It stars Matthew Broderick, Dabney Coleman, John Wood and Ally Sheedy.
- Where can I watch WarGames?
- In the UK you can watch it with the Prime Video channel on MGM+ and on rent on Apple TV.
Cast
Full cast (15)-
Matthew Broderick David
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Dabney Coleman McKittrick
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John Wood Falken
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Ally Sheedy Jennifer
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Barry Corbin General Beringer
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Juanin Clay Pat Healy
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Dennis Lipscomb Watson
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Michael Ensign Beringer's Aide
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James Tolkan Wigan
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Michael Madsen Steve
- Director
- John Badham
Reviews
7.0 5 votes
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Soundtrack
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