Halt and Catch Fire (2014)

Synopsis

During the rise of the PC era in the early 1980s, an unlikely trio - a visionary, an engineer and a prodigy - take personal and professional risks in the race to build a computer that will change the world as they know it.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Philo
• AMC Plus Apple TV channel
• AMC+ Amazon Channel
• AMC+ Roku Premium Channel
• AMC+
• Spectrum On Demand

Buy

• Amazon Video
• Apple TV Store
• Google Play Movies
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Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Lee Pace as Joe MacMillan
• Scoot McNairy as Gordon Clark
• Mackenzie Davis as Cameron Howe
• Kerry Bishé as Donna Clark
• Toby Huss as John 'Bos' Bosworth
• Alana Cavanaugh as Haley Clark
• August Emerson as Malcolm 'Lev' Levitan
• Morgan Hinkleman as Joanie Clark
• Annabeth Gish as Diane Gould
• Cooper Andrews as Yo-Yo

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• The Shards
• Landman
• The Sullivans
• Severance
• Snowfall
• Mr. Robot
• House of Cards
• Preacher

BingeNext's take

If you’re into character-driven dramas with a nostalgic twist, Halt and Catch Fire is a great pick. Set during the early 1980s PC boom, it follows a visionary, an engineer, and a prodigy as they push boundaries to create a game-changing computer. The show balances the excitement of innovation with the personal struggles of its characters, making it feel both ambitious and deeply human. With four seasons and a solid cast including Lee Pace and Mackenzie Davis, it’s perfect for anyone who enjoys stories about risk, creativity, and the early tech world. Watching it feels like stepping back into a pivotal moment in history while getting to know complex people trying to make their mark. If you like dramas that mix smart storytelling with emotional depth, this one’s worth your time.