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Joysticks

1983Movie1 h 28 minR

39

WeakGoodWatch score

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A fast-paced comedy movie about games and everyday modern life.

Good for friends night · party vibe · teens

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Not for scares, tears or brutality.

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Story

More fun than games!

A successful businessman attempts to shut down a video arcade he believes is harmful to the mental health of children.

Feels like

1980s Nostalgia
Video Game Culture
Coming-of-Age Comedy
Arcade Adventure
Pop Culture Clash
Teen Rebellion
Lighthearted Fun
Retro Vibes

Cast

16 of 16

Crew

Directed by: Greydon Clark
Written by: Al Gomez, Curtis Burch, Mickey Epps
Produced by: Greydon Clark
Music by: John Caper Jr., Meri McDonald, Al Ramirez

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Facts

March 4, 1983 · 1 h 28 min · R

Released: March 4, 1983
Runtime: 1 h 28 min
Age rating: R
Content: Strong Language
Genres: Comedy
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Budget: $300,000
Box office: $4 million
Available in: 8 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Joysticks?"

Questions about Joysticks

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Where can I stream Joysticks?

In the United States, Joysticks streams on Eternal Family, and it is free with ads on The Roku, Hoopla, Pluto TV, Fawesome, Xumo Play, Mometu, and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. It also streams in 4 other countries.

Is Joysticks worth watching?

39

WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 39 (IMDb 4.5).

Will Joysticks make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly slapstick (6 of 10) and satire (6 of 10).

Can I half-watch Joysticks?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.