Movies and TvShows featuring "video-arcade" theme.

Aliens misinterpret video feeds of classic arcade games as a declaration of war and attack Earth in the form of these games. A group of unlikely heroes, including a software installer, the President of the United States, and a criminal, must use their gaming skills to save the world. They face challenges from Galaga, Centipede, Pac-Man, and more. With the help of video game characters like Donkey Kong and Q*Bert, they defeat the aliens and restore peace. Along the way, they learn the importance of teamwork and friendship.

Four teenagers find themselves trapped inside a magical video game called Jumanji and must work together to finish the game and escape. With each player taking on the role of their chosen avatar, they must navigate through a dangerous jungle filled with animals, enemies, and obstacles. Along the way, they discover the importance of teamwork and friendship and learn valuable life lessons. Will they be able to survive the game and find a way back to the real world?

In a magically realistic version of Toronto, a young man must defeat his new girlfriend's seven evil exes one by one in order to win her heart.

In the movie 'Awareness', Ian, a teenager who lives on the outskirts with his father, uses his ability to create visual illusions to scam people. However, his powers become uncontrollable when they are exposed in public.

In a crime-ridden Detroit, a cyborg police officer battles against a cyborg villain who is terrorizing the city. As the violence escalates, RoboCop must navigate a web of corruption and face off against powerful enemies to save the city from destruction.

Wasabi tells the story of Hubert Fiorentini, a tough cop with a reputation for being brutal. When he receives news of his estranged wife's death in Paris, he is forced to travel there to settle her estate. However, Hubert soon uncovers a dangerous conspiracy involving the Yakuza and an inheritance worth millions of dollars. With the help of his daughter's teenage friend, Yumi, Hubert navigates the streets of Paris to confront the criminals and protect his family.

Dirty Pretty Things follows the story of an illegal immigrant chambermaid in London who discovers a shocking secret involving the illegal organ trade. As she navigates through the city's underworld, she must confront her own fears and fight for justice.

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 a comet passes by Earth, inanimate objects, including trucks and machines, come to life and begin attacking humans and causing chaos. A small group of survivors must find a way to stop the machines before they destroy everything in their path.

A former minor league baseball player becomes the coach of a misfit little league team and leads them to unexpected success, while dealing with his own personal issues.

In the 1980s, a working-class university student navigates his way through a variety of challenges and romantic entanglements as he tries to earn a spot on the popular quiz show, University Challenge. Along the way, he must deal with love triangles, political protests, and the pressure to succeed. Will he be able to achieve his dreams and find love in the process?

When a suburban architect named Shep Ramsey accidentally crash-lands on Earth, he becomes an unlikely hero when he is mistaken for an intergalactic commando. With the help of a family he befriends, Shep must navigate his way through the challenges of suburban life while evading the evil bounty hunters who are on his trail. Will Shep be able to protect his new friends and find a way back home?

Pure is a powerful and harrowing drama that tells the story of a young boy named Jake who becomes increasingly drawn into the world of drug addiction. Set against the backdrop of East London, the film explores the devastating effects of drug abuse and the impact it has on Jake's life and those around him. With compelling performances and a gripping narrative, Pure is a raw and emotional portrayal of addiction and its consequences.

Nil by Mouth follows the lives of a working-class family in South London, focusing on the destructive impact of addiction, domestic violence, and the hardships they face in their daily lives. The story delves into themes of drug addiction, alcoholism, mental illness, and the breakdown of family relationships.

Joysticks is a comedy film set in the 1980s, focusing on a video arcade that becomes a popular spot for teenagers. The story revolves around the rivalry between the arcade owner's nephew and a local businessman who wants to shut down the arcade. As the teens enjoy their time at the arcade, various pranks and humorous situations occur, including romance, punk rockers, and comedy involving the overweight man. The movie explores themes of friendship, teenage rebellion, and the generation gap. It features arcade games like Pac-Man and showcases the vibrant pop culture of the 1980s.

Flower is a dark comedy-drama about Erica, a sexually-aggressive firecracker of a girl who forms an unlikely friendship with her mentally unstable stepbrother, Luke. Together, they navigate through various challenges in the San Fernando Valley, including dealing with Erica's single mother's boyfriend, Luke's troubled father, and the consequences of their own reckless behavior. As their bond deepens, they embark on a mission to expose a man they suspect of child molestation. Along the way, they discover the complexities of family relationships, face unexpected surprises, and learn valuable life lessons.

Alex, an attorney, must juggle her responsibilities at work and her family life as she goes through a marital separation. With the support of her sister and friends, she learns to navigate the challenges that come her way.

The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters is a documentary film that explores the world of competitive gaming through the story of two men vying for the high score in the classic arcade game Donkey Kong. The film follows Steve Wiebe, a teacher and family man from Washington, as he attempts to beat the long-standing record held by Billy Mitchell, a controversial figure in the gaming community. As Wiebe trains and competes, the film delves into the themes of competitiveness, obsession, and the lengths people will go to achieve their goals. With a mix of humor and drama, The King of Kong offers an engaging look at the world of competitive gaming.

Rebels of the Neon God follows the lives of three disaffected teenagers in Taipei, Taiwan. Their paths intertwine as they navigate themes of identity, alienation, and rebellion against societal norms.

Malice in Wonderland is a gripping adventure that takes place in a twisted version of Wonderland. The story follows a young woman named Alice who wakes up with amnesia and finds herself caught up in a dangerous underworld filled with magic and mystery. As Alice tries to uncover her past and escape from the clutches of the sinister characters she encounters, she must navigate through a maze of deception and betrayal. With each step closer to the truth, Alice becomes more entangled in a web of danger and intrigue, where nothing is as it seems.