Pirates of Silicon Valley 1999
“The true story of how Bill Gates and Steve Jobs changed the world.”
What is Pirates of Silicon Valley?
Pirates of Silicon Valley is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Drama, TV Movie.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 20, 1999
- Studios
- Turner Network Television, Haft Entertainment, St. Nick Productions
- Genres
- Drama, TV Movie
- Updated
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Overview
Pirates of Silicon Valley is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Drama, TV Movie. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A dramatized look at the founders who shaped modern computing.”
- Insightful portrait of early tech pioneers
- Strong performances bring Gates and Jobs to life
- Explores the birth of Apple and Microsoft
- Focuses mainly on well‑known figures
- Dramatization may simplify complex events
Watch it if you're interested in the origins of the personal computer industry and its key innovators.
The film presents a dramatic retelling suitable for mature audiences interested in tech history.
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Is Pirates of Silicon Valley based on real events?
Yes, it dramatizes the real rivalry between Bill Gates and Steve Jobs and the founding of Apple and Microsoft.
What is the runtime?
The movie runs about 1 hour and 37 minutes.
When was the film released?
It premiered in the United States on June 20, 1999.
Is it a theatrical release?
It is a television movie rather than a theatrical film.
Who are the main figures portrayed?
The story centers on Bill Gates and Steve Jobs, the leaders of Microsoft and Apple.