Ancient Computer (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 2013, Ancient Computer is a documentary film directed by Michael Beckham, running about 53 minutes. “The World's First Computer: Decoding the Antikythera Mechanism” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1900, a storm blew a boatload of sponge divers off course and forced them to take shelter by the tiny Mediterranean island of Antikythera. Diving the next day, they discovered a 2,000 year-old Greek shipwreck. Among the ship's cargo they hauled up was an unimpressive green lump of corroded bronze. Rusted remnants of gear wheels could be seen on its surface, suggesting some kind of intricate mechanism. The first X-ray studies confirmed that idea, but how it worked and what it was for puzzled scientists for decades. Recently, hi-tech imaging has revealed the extraordinary truth: this unique clockwork machine was the world's first computer.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Ancient Computer sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ancient Computer page.
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- Where can I watch Ancient Computer (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ancient Computer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ancient Computer worth watching?
- Ancient Computer holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Ancient Computer released?
- Ancient Computer was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 53 minutes.