Name: Rise of the Video Game
Genre: Documentary
Cast: Nolan Bushnell, Stuart Maulder, Alexey Pajitnov

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A comprehensive and progressive exploration of the past, present and future of videogames and video gamers.

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Video Game History
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Written by: Ken Brisbois
Produced by: Emily Lau

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November 21, 2007 · December 19, 2007 · Ended

First aired: November 21, 2007
Last aired: December 19, 2007
Status: Ended
Length: 1 season · 5 episodes
Genres: Documentary
Original language: English

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4 questions, like "Is Rise of the Video Game worth watching?"

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Is Rise of the Video Game worth watching?

46

MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46 (IMDb 7).

Is Rise of the Video Game okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch Rise of the Video Game?

5 h

About 5 hours: 5 episodes in 1 season of about 60 minutes each, aired from 2007 to 2007.

Will I feel good after watching Rise of the Video Game?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 6 of 10 for hopefulness and 6 for wholesome.