Movies like Hackers

Though taking a more philosophical and sci-fi approach, 1999's The Matrix features a hacker who discovers a shocking reality behind his existence. Audiences who appreciated the cyber-elements and countercultural attitude of Hackers will find The Matrix's exploration of technology and reality intriguing.

A cult classic from 1983, WarGames features a young computer whiz who unwittingly hacks into a U.S. military supercomputer, which could trigger World War III. Similar to Hackers, it showcases the potential consequences of hacking and computer tampering.

Swordfish is a 2001 action-thriller that features a daring plot to steal billions of dollars via computer hacking. Fans of Hackers will be engaged by the intricate cyber-heists and the blend of action-packed sequences with technological wizardry.

This 1992 heist film revolves around a group of security experts who are blackmailed into stealing a sophisticated decryption device. Fans of Hackers will appreciate Sneakers for its blend of technology, suspense, and a deep dive into the hacking culture of the early '90s.

The Net, released in 1995, stars Sandra Bullock as a software engineer who stumbles upon a dangerous conspiracy online. Like Hackers, this film explores themes of identity theft and cyber-security threats during the infancy of the internet.

Untraceable is a 2008 suspense thriller about an FBI agent pursuing a cybercriminal who streams live murders on the internet. It shares with Hackers the theme of law enforcement struggling to keep pace with rapidly advancing digital technologies.

In Antitrust, a young computer programmer uncovers a high-stakes conspiracy within a major technology company. Those who enjoyed Hackers will find the themes of corporate espionage and the challenges of young tech geniuses very compelling.