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How Videogames Changed the World (2013): Cast

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How Videogames Changed the World is a 2013 documentary directed by Al Campbell and Marcus Daborn, starring Charlie Brooker as Presenter, Jonathan Ross and Will Wright. It runs 1 hour 37 minutes.

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How Videogames Changed the World (2013) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 37m (97 min)
Directors
Al Campbell and Marcus Daborn
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is How Videogames Changed the World About?

The premise of How Videogames Changed the World without spoilers.

Charting the evolution of video games from early arcade classics like Pong to modern hits such as Grand Theft Auto and Angry Birds, this documentary explores their profound impact on culture. Hosted by Charlie Brooker and featuring contributions from Jonathan Ross, Dara O’Briain, and game developers Will Wright and John Romero, it examines how interactive entertainment has transformed work, communication, and leisure. The program investigates the rise of video games as a significant art form over the last four decades, surprising and entertaining both casual and dedicated players.

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Cast & crew

How Videogames Changed the World Cast & Characters

Charlie Brooker leads the cast as Presenter, with Jonathan Ross and Will Wright. Directed by Al Campbell and Marcus Daborn; 35 actors are credited in all.

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From the directors

More from Al Campbell and Marcus Daborn

More films directed by Al Campbell and Marcus Daborn: The Awakening, Stewart Lee: Tornado, Death to 2020 and A Gert Lush Christmas.

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How Videogames Changed the World Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “How Video Games Changed The World” and “Cum au schimbat jocuile video lumea”.

Also known as
  • How Video Games Changed The World
  • Cum au schimbat jocuile video lumea

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How Videogames Changed the World FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of How Videogames Changed the World, each answered in a sentence.

How long is How Videogames Changed the World?

How Videogames Changed the World runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

When was How Videogames Changed the World released?

How Videogames Changed the World was released on November 30, 2013.

Who directed How Videogames Changed the World?

How Videogames Changed the World was directed by Al Campbell and Marcus Daborn.

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Who is in the cast of How Videogames Changed the World?

How Videogames Changed the World stars Charlie Brooker as Presenter, Jonathan Ross and Will Wright, among 35 credited actors.

Does How Videogames Changed the World have a post-credit scene?

No. How Videogames Changed the World has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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