Joysticks (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1983, Joysticks is a comedy film directed by Greydon Clark, running about 88 minutes. “More fun than games!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A successful businessman attempts to shut down a video arcade he believes is harmful to the mental health of children.
Who’s in it. Joysticks stars Joe Don Baker as Joseph Rutter, Leif Green as Eugene Groebe, Jim Greenleaf as Jonathan Andrew McDorfus and Scott McGinnis as Jefferson Bailey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Joysticks has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $4M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Joysticks page.
If you liked it. Fans of Joysticks tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Joysticks (1983)?
- In US, Joysticks is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Joysticks worth watching?
- Joysticks holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Joysticks?
- Joysticks stars Joe Don Baker, Leif Green, Jim Greenleaf, Scott McGinnis and Jon Gries.
- When was Joysticks released?
- Joysticks was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.