Hardware Wars
1978, English. Directed by Ernie Fosselius.
You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll kiss three bucks goodbye.
A short film parody of the classic science fiction film Star Wars. It premiered in theaters only seven months after Star Wars and consisted of little more than inside jokes and visual puns that heavily depended upon audience familiarity with the original.
- Runtime
- 0h 13m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Hardware Wars
Hardware Wars isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 20 January 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ernie Fosselius
- Budget
- $8K
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What Hardware Wars is based on
Hardware Wars is based on Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, a 1977 film.
Film · 1977
Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
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Hardware Wars: quick answers
Is Hardware Wars worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Hardware Wars?
Hardware Wars runs 13 minutes (0h 13m).
Does Hardware Wars have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Hardware Wars. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Hardware Wars parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Hardware Wars is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Hardware Wars on?
Hardware Wars isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 5 November 2026.)
What movies are like Hardware Wars?
If you liked Hardware Wars, try Sleeper, The Bed Sitting Room, Dark Star.
Who directed Hardware Wars?
Hardware Wars (1978) was directed by Ernie Fosselius and stars Frank Robertson, Jeff Hale, Artie Deco.
What is Hardware Wars based on?
Hardware Wars is based on Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, a 1977 film.