MyCinema has not rated WarGames for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, science fiction, and thriller film. It is rated PG in the United States.

Where can I watch WarGames in the US?

WarGames streams on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, and 3 more and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is WarGames?

WarGames runs 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).

Is WarGames suitable for kids?

WarGames is rated PG in the United States, which means parental guidance is advised. It may suit older children with an adult, but it is not made for young ones.

TMDB19831h 54mDrama / Science Fiction / Thriller

WarGames

Name: WarGames
Genre: Drama, Science Fiction, Thriller
Released: 1983-06-03
Duration: 114 min

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.

TMDB audience score

Based on 2,278 votes

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WarGames at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 54m

At 1h 54m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Drama · Science Fiction · Thriller

TMDB files it under drama, science fiction, and thriller.

US availability

6 subscriptions · 6 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 6 subscription services: fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, and 3 more. Listed to rent from 6 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.1 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.1 out of 10 across 2,278 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch WarGames tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 54m.
It is included with fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, and 3 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 7.1 out of 10 across 2,278 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about WarGames

Is WarGames scary?: MyCinema has not rated WarGames for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, science fiction, and thriller film. It is rated PG in the United States.
Where can I watch WarGames in the US?: WarGames streams on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, and 3 more and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is WarGames?: WarGames runs 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).
Is WarGames suitable for kids?: WarGames is rated PG in the United States, which means parental guidance is advised. It may suit older children with an adult, but it is not made for young ones.

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