Silicon Cowboys
Watch TrailerLaunched in 1982 by three friends in a Houston diner, Compaq Computer set out to build a portable PC to take on IBM, the world’s most powerful tech company. Many had tried cloning the industry leader’s code, only to be trounced by IBM and its high-priced lawyers. Explore the remarkable David vs. Goliath story, and eventual demise, of Compaq, an unlikely upstart who altered the future of computing and helped shape the world as we know it today.
Watch online
Click to play
📋 Film Details
| Year | 2016 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Jason Cohen |
| Runtime | 77 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.8/10 (79 votes) |
📺 Where to Watch
Unfortunately, we couldn't find any official platforms or free sites for this title yet.
Try finding similar movies with our AI-powered search
🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Silicon Cowboys has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.8/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.
Released in 2016, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
🎬 Similar Movies
Beer Wars
Stripper
Hands on a Hardbody: The Documentary
Anvil! The Story of Anvil
Paris Is Burning
Vernon, Florida
A Life Too Short: The Isabella Nardoni Case
The Triumph of the Nerds: The Rise of Accidental Empires
💬 Audience Reviews
Audience Score
Write a Review
Quick rating — tap to vote:
Or write a full review: