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Pixels

PG-1320151h 46mChris Columbus
IMDb 5.6 · Rotten Tomatoes 18% · Metacritic 27

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"Play for the planet."

Video game experts are recruited by the military to fight 1980s-era video game characters who've attacked New York.

ActionComedyScience FictionAdventureFantasy
New York CityLondon, EnglandUsa PresidentWashington Dc, UsaVideo GameNerdAlienGamerSingle MotherAlien Invasion

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Frequently asked questions

What is Pixels (2015) about?

Video game experts are recruited by the military to fight 1980s-era video game characters who've attacked New York.

Who stars in Pixels?

Pixels stars Adam Sandler (Brenner), Kevin James (Cooper), Michelle Monaghan (Violet), Peter Dinklage (Eddie), Josh Gad (Ludlow). The film was directed by Chris Columbus.

How long is Pixels?

Pixels has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2015. It is rated PG-13.

Is Pixels worth watching?

Pixels holds an IMDb rating of 5.6/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 18. Fans of Action, Comedy, Science Fiction are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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