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Atari: Game Over (2014): Cast

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Atari: Game Over is a 2014 documentary directed by Zak Penn, starring Werner Herzog, George R. R. Martin and Nolan Bushnell. It runs 1 hour 6 minutes.

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Atari: Game Over (2014) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 6m (66 min)
Director
Zak Penn
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Atari: Game Over About?

The premise of Atari: Game Over without spoilers.

This documentary explores the shocking downfall of Atari and the enduring mystery surrounding the “Great Video Game Burial” of 1983. It examines the rumors that millions of unsold and returned E.T. cartridges were buried in a New Mexico landfill, attempting to uncover the truth behind this infamous event and the factors that led to Atari’s collapse. The film delves into the speculation and attempts to separate fact from legend concerning this significant moment in video game history.

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Cast & crew

Atari: Game Over Cast

Werner Herzog leads the cast, with George R. R. Martin and Nolan Bushnell. Directed by Zak Penn; 12 actors are credited in all.

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More films directed by Zak Penn, best-rated first: Incident at Loch Ness and The Grand.

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Atari: Game Over Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Atari - Game Over” and “אטארי: המשחק הגרוע בעולם”.

Also known as
  • Atari - Game Over
  • אטארי: המשחק הגרוע בעולם
  • 雅達利:遊戲結束
  • Atari: Конец Игры
  • 雅达利:游戏结束
  • 아타리: 게임 오버
  • ATARI GAME OVER アタリ ゲームオーバー

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Atari: Game Over FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Atari: Game Over, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Atari: Game Over?

Atari: Game Over runs 1 hour 6 minutes (66 minutes).

When was Atari: Game Over released?

Atari: Game Over was released on November 19, 2014.

Who directed Atari: Game Over?

Atari: Game Over was directed by Zak Penn.

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Who is in the cast of Atari: Game Over?

Atari: Game Over stars Werner Herzog, George R. R. Martin and Nolan Bushnell, among 12 credited actors.

Does Atari: Game Over have a post-credit scene?

No. Atari: Game Over has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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