"The Wizard" (1989) is a family-oriented drama film revolving around the world of video games. The main plot revolves around the quiet and emotionally distressed boy, Jimmy Woods, who's gifted in playing video games. Jimmy, his half-brother Corey, and a street-smart girl named Haley embark on a road trip to California, aiming to participate in a huge video game tournament called Video Armageddon. The film is particularly known for featuring several Nintendo games and prominently served as a quasi-promotional platform for the 1985 Super Mario Bros. 3 game.

The movie significantly impacted cinema history as it was one of the first to merge the gaming and film industries, creating a distinctive blend of popular culture. The Wizard is heavily remembered for igniting the enthusiasm for the video game culture, with a plot built around the frenetic gaming scene. Despite the initial critical and commercial failure, the film has since then gained a cult following from gamers worldwide and is credited for setting the stage for future crossover between the parallel entertainment industries.