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Four dudes chase esports glory instead of 401(k)s. What could go wrong?

Empires (2011)

millennial malaisecringe comedybasement energy

Overview

ComedyTV Movie

The series follows four post-graduate men who are attempting to become professional video-game players in lieu of taking career jobs.

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arrested developmentfriendship under pressurethe gig economy grindescapism vs. reality

Standout Aspects

Writing

Sharp improv-style dialogue that stings with recognition.

Acting

Choh's deadpan desperation as Chuck is uncomfortably perfect.

Best for:Solo: Late-night viewing while questioning your own life choices.·Friends: With that one friend who still dreams of going pro.·Background: Gaming session backdrop—ironically, of course.
Heads up:Language: Gaming rage and self-deprecating profanity throughout.
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Director

Todd Sklar

ReleasedMay 14, 2011
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StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitylow
Tonemixed
Feellight

Top Cast

Hina Abdullah

Hina Abdullah

Jessica

Davis Choh

Davis Choh

Chuck Schwartz

Andy Cohen

Andy Cohen

Arcade Guy

Lucy DeVito

Lucy DeVito

Melanie

Bridey Elliott

Bridey Elliott

Francine

Josh Fadem

Josh Fadem

Sean Seranno

Jon Gabrus

Jon Gabrus

Troy

Todd Spence

Todd Spence

Eric

John Turk

John Turk

Ben

Ask about Empires

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Cultural

Shot during esports' awkward adolescence before Twitch millionaires—captures a specific 2011 moment when competitive gaming was still socially radioactive.

Trivia

Director Todd Sklar cast actual competitive gamers in background roles; the fake tournament brackets were real 2011 StarCraft II ladder rankings.

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