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WarGames

1983·Movie·PG·114 min·★ 7.1(2,296)

“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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Where to watch WarGames in United States

Can I watch WarGames in United States? Yes — you can stream WarGames in United States on Amazon Prime Video, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, and YouTube TV, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Click a service to open WarGames there. Availability last verified on November 9, 2026.

Where is WarGames streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesAmazon Prime Video, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, MGM PlusAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Video
United KingdomAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, YouTube FreeApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, AMC+, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube
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GermanyAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Magenta TV+, Amazon Prime Video Free with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store
FranceAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Orange VOD, Canal VOD
SpainAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video
BrazilAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads—

About WarGames

WarGames is a 1983 English-language drama, science fiction and thriller film directed by John Badham. The cast is led by Matthew Broderick, Dabney Coleman, John Wood. It has a runtime of 1h 54m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 2300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV.

WarGames was produced by Sherwood Productions and United Artists and made in United States of America. It was released on June 3, 1983, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $12 million, it went on to gross $125 million worldwide.

Director
John Badham
Writers
Lawrence Lasker, Walter F. Parkes
Release date
June 3, 1983
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$12 million
Box office
$125 million
Production
Sherwood Productions, United Artists
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WarGames cast & crew

WarGames was directed by John Badham and written by Lawrence Lasker and Walter F. Parkes.

The cast features Matthew Broderick as David Lightman, Dabney Coleman as McKittrick, John Wood as Stephen Falken, Ally Sheedy as Jennifer, Barry Corbin as General Beringer, and Juanin Clay as Pat Healy.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Arthur B. Rubinstein, cinematography is by William A. Fraker, and it was produced by Leonard Goldberg and Richard Hashimoto.

Is WarGames worth watching?

WarGames holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 2,296 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.

At 1h 54m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama, science fiction, and thriller, WarGames is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch WarGames

In United States, you can stream WarGames on Amazon Prime Video, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of WarGames

Matthew Broderick

Matthew Broderick

David Lightman

Dabney Coleman

Dabney Coleman

McKittrick

John Wood

John Wood

Stephen Falken

Ally Sheedy

Ally Sheedy

Jennifer

Barry Corbin

Barry Corbin

General Beringer

Juanin Clay

Juanin Clay

Pat Healy

Kent Williams

Kent Williams

Cabot

Dennis Lipscomb

Dennis Lipscomb

Watson

Joe Dorsey

Joe Dorsey

Conley

Irving Metzman

Irving Metzman

Richter

Michael Ensign

Michael Ensign

Beringer's Aide

William Bogert

William Bogert

Mr. Lightman

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WarGames — FAQs

▸Where can I watch WarGames in United States?

WarGames is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus in United States.

▸Is WarGames on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — WarGames is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

▸What language is WarGames in?

WarGames is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is WarGames?

WarGames runs 1 hours 54 minutes (114 minutes).

▸What is WarGames rated?

WarGames is rated PG. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 2,296 ratings.

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