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Where can I stream World on a Wire?
In the United States, World on a Wire streams on Criterion. It also streams in 3 other countries.
World on a Wire
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An , mystery series: , but never scary, .
Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults
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What world do we live in? Is it real?
In the future, Simulacron, a computer project simulating reality, encounters strange occurrences after its leader's death. Dr. Stiller questions the sudden disappearance of a friend and wonders if Simulacron holds the answers.
Sci-Fi MasterpiecePhilosophical ThrillerVirtual Reality ExplorationMind-Bending NarrativePioneering CyberpunkSocial CommentaryExistential DreadVisually StrikingComplex Mystery
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Is World on a Wire worth watching?
86
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86 (IMDb 7.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 98%). Critics rate it higher (98 out of 100) than audiences (77).
How long does it take to watch World on a Wire?
3 h
About 3 hours: 2 episodes in 1 season of about 102 minutes each, aired from 1973 to 1973.
Can I half-watch World on a Wire?
Easy watchDemanding
No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for complexity and 9 for philosophical.
Will I feel good after watching World on a Wire?
BleakHopeful
Probably not: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for bleakness and 6 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.
Is World on a Wire in English?
GermanEnglish
No, it was made in German, with some English.