Movies and TvShows featuring "phreaking" theme.

During a secret live fire exercise of a nuclear attack, many personnel prove unwilling to launch a missile strike. To solve this issue, a supercomputer named WOPR is given control. David Lightman, a high school student and hacker, unknowingly connects to WOPR and starts a game of Global Thermonuclear War. The computer simulates an attack, causing panic at NORAD. Lightman realizes his mistake and tries to convince the authorities. With the help of his friends, Lightman manages to stop the impending nuclear war.

After his colleagues are killed, a researcher at the CIA named Joe Turner goes on the run. As he tries to uncover the truth behind the murders, he becomes a target himself. With the help of a woman named Kathy, Joe must figure out who is behind the conspiracy before it's too late.

In 'Hackers', a group of young hackers discover a plot by an evil corporation to unleash a dangerous virus. With their hacking skills and rebellious spirit, they must stop the corporation before it's too late.

After an experiment goes wrong, a mentally handicapped man becomes a genius with supernatural powers. Seeking revenge against the people who mistreated him, he engages in a killing spree. It all leads to a final showdown with a secret government organization.

Scanners tells the story of a man with exceptional telepathic and telekinetic powers who is recruited by a secret organization to stop a group of rogue scanners who plan to take over the world. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of deception, sabotage, and betrayal. With the fate of humanity at stake, he must confront his own inner demons and use his powers to save the day.

Pirates of Silicon Valley is a movie that explores the legendary rivalry between Apple Computer's Steve Jobs and Microsoft's Bill Gates. Set in the early days of the computer revolution, the film takes us on a journey through the personal and professional lives of these iconic figures, showcasing their ruthless determination and visionary ideas. It delves into the struggles, triumphs, and conflicts that shaped the future of technology.

Hackers Wanted explores the origins and nature of hackers and hacking by following the adventures of Adrian Lamo, and contrasting his story with that of controversial figures throughout history.

The 414s is a documentary that tells the story of the hacker group from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who broke into dozens of high-profile computer systems in the 1980s.

Hackers: Computer Outlaws is a documentary that delves into the intriguing world of hackers and computer outlaws. It provides an in-depth look at the history and impact of hacking and phreaking, highlighting key events and individuals that have shaped the digital landscape. Through interviews with experts and those directly involved in the hacking community, the film uncovers the motivations, techniques, and consequences of their actions. It is a captivating exploration of the underground world of hackers that will leave viewers with a deeper understanding of this enigmatic subculture.