


WarGames at a glance
WarGames is a 1983 drama and science fiction film, running 1h 54m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Rated PG in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1983-06-03
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Genres
- Drama, Science Fiction, Thriller
- Director
- John Badham
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.1 / 10 · 2,295 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmHigh 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.
Cast
14 names
Matthew BroderickDavid Lightman
Dabney ColemanMcKittrick
John WoodStephen Falken
Ally SheedyJennifer
Barry CorbinGeneral Beringer
Juanin ClayPat Healy
Kent WilliamsCabot
Dennis LipscombWatson
Joe DorseyConley
Irving MetzmanRichter
Michael EnsignBeringer's Aide
William BogertMr. Lightman
James TolkanWiganQuestions about WarGames
Quick answersWhere can I watch WarGames in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, WarGames is listed on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is WarGames suitable for children?
WarGames is rated PG in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is WarGames on PelisPlus UK?
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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,…
How long is WarGames?
WarGames runs for 1h 54m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the WarGames trailer?
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