Hackers 1995
“Their crime is curiosity.”
What is Hackers?
"Hackers" is a 1995 film that follows the story of a teenager who was previously involved with the US Secret Service due to his computer activities. The teenager, who has been banned from using a computer, forms new friendships and becomes entangled in a plot involving a nefarious hacker.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1995
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 14, 1995
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Suftley, United Artists, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Budget
- $20,000,000
- Revenue
- $7,563,728
- Genres
- Action, Crime, Thriller, Drama
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Overview
"Hackers" is a 1995 film that follows the story of a teenager who was previously involved with the US Secret Service due to his computer activities. The teenager, who has been banned from using a computer, forms new friendships and becomes entangled in a plot involving a nefarious hacker. This hacker is responsible for a malicious computer virus, and the teenager and his friends must utilize their computer skills to uncover evidence of the hacker's actions. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they are pursued by the US Secret Service and the mastermind behind the virus. The film explores the intersection of technology and crime, as the teenagers navigate the complexities of the digital world and confront the consequences of their own actions. The movie features a blend of action, suspense, and computer culture, set against the backdrop of the early 1990s technology landscape.
Should you watch it?
“A teenager and his friends use their computer skills to uncover a dangerous plot.”
- follows a group of teenage outcasts using computer skills
- features pursuit by the US Secret Service
- characters are pursued by law enforcement and an evil computer genius
Watch it if you enjoy thrillers about teenagers using computer skills to uncover a plot.
The film involves computer viruses, criminal plots, and pursuit by law enforcement.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Hackers released?
Hackers was released in September 1995.
What is the film's genre?
The film spans action, crime, thriller, and drama.
Who directs the film?
The film is directed by Iain Softley.
Who stars in Hackers?
Cast members include Jonny Lee Miller, Angelina Jolie, Jesse Bradford, and Matthew Lillard.
What is the main plot?
A teenager and his new friends discover a plot by a nefarious hacker and must use their computer skills to find evidence while being pursued.