Halt and Catch Fire
In the early 1980s PC boom, three outsiders—driven by ambition, engineering skill, and raw talent—take big risks to build a computer that could change everything. Their push blends bold ideas with personal and professional fallout as they chase a future they can’t quite let go of.
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Season 1
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E1
I/O
The Texan company Cardiff Electronics gets a new employee from New York. He's apparently working for IBM, but after the he gets the new job it gets clear that he has a hidden agenda, and is not exactly what he claims to be.
Jun 1, 2014 · 48m -
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E2
FUD
After surviving a visit from IBM, Joe's team must overcome internal differences and begin the technical feat of building the new machine.
Jun 8, 2014 · 43m -
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E3
High Plains Hardware
Gordon and Cameron struggle to make Joe's vision a reality; Joe and Bosworth seek the funds to make the new machine.
Jun 15, 2014 · 43m -
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E4
Close to the Metal
As Cameron nears completion of the BIOS, a crisis threatens the project's future and requires all hands on deck to save the machine.
Jun 22, 2014 · 43m -
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E5
Adventure
Cameron bristles under a new manager as Joe and Gordon attempt to procure a key piece of new technology for the computer.
Jun 29, 2014 · 43m -
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E6
Landfall
A breakthrough by Cameron places her at odds with Gordon, leaving Joe to make a tough decision. Meanwhile, Hurricane Alicia spurs some personal revelations.
Jul 6, 2014 · 43m -
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E7
Giant
A visitor from Joe's past threatens his newfound connection with Cameron. Meanwhile, with Donna out of town, the toll of Gordon's work catches up with him.
Jul 13, 2014 · 43m -
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E8
The 214s
Scandal hits Cardiff Electric as the team finalizes preparations for COMDEX. Meanwhile, Bosworth makes a sacrifice for the good of the PC program.
Jul 20, 2014 · 43m -
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E9
Up Helly Aa
Unforeseen opponents and new complications threaten to derail the Cardiff Electric team's work at COMDEX.
Jul 27, 2014 · 43m -
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E10
1984
Gordon and Joe prepare to transport the Giant. A suspicious defect causes a rift in the partnership.
Aug 3, 2014 · 43m