Strategy · 2005
The Movies
You can control an entire movie studio and make your own films in the strategy game The Movies. You can play as a movie mogul from the early days of movies through the present day, investing in research and development to keep customers returning to the box office. As a filmmaker you can manage your talent, deal with…
Key facts
- Released
- 8 November 2005
- Genre
- Strategy
- Length
- ≈ 33 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Lionhead Studios
- Publisher
- Activision Blizzard
- Critics
- Metacritic 84
Where to buy
Why play it
- A 2005 classic that aged well
- "Brainy" vibe
- ≈ 33h to see the end
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat The Movies?
Expect about 33 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play The Movies with friends?
No, The Movies is a single-player experience.
What platforms is The Movies on?
The Movies is available on PC.
Is The Movies a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 84.
What games are like The Movies?
In the same spirit: Black & White, Black & White 2 and Beastieball.



