Halt and Catch Fire (2014)
aka 电脑狂人 · 急火攻芯 · 硅谷沉浮 · 便捷指令 · Замри и гори
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.
Cast
Episodes
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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.
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After surviving a visit from IBM, Joe's team must overcome internal differences and begin the technical feat of building the new machine.
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Gordon and Cameron struggle to make Joe's vision a reality; Joe and Bosworth seek the funds to make the new machine.
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As Cameron nears completion of the BIOS, a crisis threatens the project's future and requires all hands on deck to save the machine.
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Cameron bristles under a new manager as Joe and Gordon attempt to procure a key piece of new technology for the computer.
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A breakthrough by Cameron places her at odds with Gordon, leaving Joe to make a tough decision. Meanwhile, Hurricane Alicia spurs some personal revelations.
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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.
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Scandal hits Cardiff Electric as the team finalizes preparations for COMDEX. Meanwhile, Bosworth makes a sacrifice for the good of the PC program.
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Unforeseen opponents and new complications threaten to derail the Cardiff Electric team's work at COMDEX.
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Gordon and Joe prepare to transport the Giant. A suspicious defect causes a rift in the partnership.
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Cameron and Donna's gaming company, Mutiny, reaches a critical stage. Joe and Gordon are reunited.
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Joe begins a new job after meeting Sara's father. Gordon grapples with his newfound freedom.
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John attempts to reconnect with his old life. Gordon and Donna get a surprising invitation.
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Joe and Gordon work together to bring about Joe's vision. There is tension between Cameron and Donna.
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Cameron and Joe clash leaving Cameron in a tailspin. Gordon attempts to deal with some difficult news.
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Gordon is back in California, hoping to reconnect with his brother. Joe uses the leverage that he has.
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Gordon and Donna are keeping secrets from one another. Gordon sets up a new venture.
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Cameron and Tom attempt to come to terms at Mutiny's user picnic. Gordon looks for some answers.
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Shocked by a rival's launch, Mutiny takes measures to make sure of survival.
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After the Clark family descends into crisis, Gordon attempts to help Joe.
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Donna and Cameron explore their options to expand beyond chat. Meanwhile, Gordon settles in at Mutiny and Joe launches his latest product.
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While Cameron and Donna struggle to find venture capital, Joe hires a key coder, leaving the rest of the team at a loss.
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Tensions rise at the office as Gordon and Donna's personal life spills into work. Meanwhile, Joe meets with the MacMillan board.
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A game of laser tag teaches Gordon the importance of teamwork; Donna and Cameron disagree on their acquisition.
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Donna and Gordon decide to treat themselves to a vacation at home instead of camping. Bos and Cameron return to Texas. Ryan and Joe have a revelation.
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Tensions rise over an offer to buy Mutiny. Donna has a weekend alone, while Gordon and Cam bond over video games. Joe has a standoff with the board.
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Joe and Ryan deal with the consequences of Joe's decision. Cameron and Donna fight over the future, while Gordon has a crisis of conscience.
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Donna, Bos and Diane go on the road to build support for Mutiny, while everyone else anxiously awaits the big day. Joe asks Cam for a favor.
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Donna tries to bring everyone together at Comdex with her vision of the internet's future and Gordon faces a strong-willed Joanie.
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While Donna's vision inspires a spirited discussion about the next big thing and how to achieve it, the end result may not make everyone happy.
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Gordon enjoys success while Joe works to keep their web project afloat. Cameron extends a business trip. Donna launches a new venture.
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Joe and Cameron talk on the phone. Donna promotes her assistant. Gordon's business buckles under pressure from a larger competitor.
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Cameron promotes her game at an industry conference. Donna squares off against old rivals. Gordon struggles to support Joe's newest idea.
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Cameron buys a plot of land to re-center. Joe and Gordon hire a team of websurfers to map the web. Donna focuses her team on the mission ahead.
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Donna struggles with suspicion. Bosworth hits a breaking point. Joe confesses to Gordon while Cameron faces past mistakes.
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Donna makes a play for a heavy hitter. Gordon confronts his daughter about an issue at school. Cameron finds a new fan. Joe sees a new side of Haley.
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Joe and Gordon discuss Comet's future; Donna takes a vacation. A new collaborator challenges Cameron. Bos and Diane make a life-altering choice.
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Cameron helps Donna pack up. Bos makes his famous chili. Joe helps Haley recover a memorable keep sake. Gordon and Donna fight.
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Donna faces a professional crossroads. Joanie takes a trip. Joe unveils Comet's new look. Cameron asks a favor from a one-time collaborator.
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In the series finale, Donna celebrates a milestone with her closest allies. Cameron contemplates saying goodbye as Joe confronts an uncertain future.