TekWar 1994
“Virtual Reality Can Be Murder”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 92 minutes
- Director
- William Shatner
- Networks
- Atlantis Films, Universal Television
What is TekWar?
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist. Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "TekWar" (1994).
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1994
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 92 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 23, 1994
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Studios
- Atlantis Films, Universal Television
- Genres
- Science Fiction, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.5/10 from 25 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~92 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Atlantis Films, Universal Television
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Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "TekWar" (1994).
Constraints:
ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invention/guessing (titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: TekWar
Year: 1994
Release Date: 01/23/1994 (US)
Genre: Science Fiction and TV Movie
Runtime: 1h 32m
Protagonist: Jake Cardigan
Plot:
Jake Cardigan is prematurely awoken from a fifteen-year cryogenic punishment after four years.
The world is different.
'Tek' is a highly-addictive electronic designer narcotic of the 21st century that is more prevalent than before.
His wife divorced him and disappeared with their son.
He wants them back.
He wants justice for undercover policemen murdered by unknown conspirators, which led to his imprisonment for a crime he did not commit.
Context: Based on TekWar novels ghost-written by Ron Goulart from outlines by William Shatner and developed for television by
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“A gripping exploration of science fiction and tv movie that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is TekWar worth watching?
TekWar holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 25 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Science Fiction, TV Movie for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie TekWar and when was it released?
TekWar is a feature film with a runtime of 92 minutes. It was released in 1994. Release status: Released.
Who directed TekWar?
TekWar was directed by William Shatner.
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