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Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story

2021·Show
5Episodes in1Season
IMDb7.6Rotten Tomatoes–50%
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Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Hopeful and nostalgic

  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Wonder6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Games, history, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Peel back the curtain on the famously secretive Japanese company that would eventually take the global videogame industry by storm. Discover the humble beginnings of a gaming business that began many decades before the invention of television, and ride along the bumpy road of hits, misses, and wild ideas that turned Nintendo from a local playing card maker into a worldwide household name.
Documentary SeriesNintendo HistoryGaming IndustryCorporate BiographyPop Culture HistoryInnovation & EntrepreneurshipEducational & InformativeBehind-the-Scenes LookNostalgic Appeal

Crew

Directed by:
Jeremy Snead
Written by:
Jeremy Snead
Produced by:
Jeremy Snead

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story

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Where can I stream Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story legally?

fuboTVPluto TVAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TVAmazon MX Player

Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 5 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Is Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story air?

It ran from 2021 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French.

In how many countries can I watch Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story?

2DEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.