Here are six additional hacking-related movies and series that are different from the ones previously mentioned:
### **1. *Swordfish* (2001)**
  - **Director:** Dominic Sena
  - **Synopsis:** A hacker is recruited by a secretive government agent to help steal billions from a government slush fund, leading to a high-stakes heist.
  - **Why Hackers Like It:** It features a high-energy portrayal of hacking, with dramatic plot twists and high-tech heist elements.
### **2. *Sneakers* (1992)**
  - **Director:** Phil Alden Robinson
  - **Synopsis:** A group of security experts is hired to steal a mysterious device that can decrypt any encryption system, only to discover a plot that threatens national security.
  - **Why Hackers Like It:** It offers a mix of suspense and tech-savvy characters, with a focus on the ethical and legal aspects of hacking.
### **3. *Takedown* (2000)**
  - **Director:** Joe Chappelle
  - **Synopsis:** Based on the real-life story of Kevin Mitnick, a notorious hacker who was pursued by the FBI and eventually captured after a series of high-profile cybercrimes.
  - **Why Hackers Like It:** It provides a dramatized look at one of the most famous hackers in history and the cat-and-mouse game between him and law enforcement.
### **4. *Live Free or Die Hard* (2007)**
  - **Director:** Len Wiseman
  - **Synopsis:** A cyber-terrorist attack threatens to bring down the U.S. infrastructure, and a cop teams up with a hacker to stop it.
  - **Why Hackers Like It:** It features a blend of action and cyberwarfare, showcasing large-scale hacking operations and their potential consequences.
### **5. *The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo* (2011)**
  - **Director:** David Fincher
  - **Synopsis:** A journalist and a hacker work together to investigate a decades-old disappearance, uncovering deep-seated corruption and a web of secrets.
  - **Why Hackers Like It:** The character of Lisbeth Salander, a skilled hacker, is portrayed with a high level of technical detail and complexity.
### **6. *The Fifth Estate* (2013)**
  - **Director:** Bill Condon
  - **Synopsis:** The film depicts the rise and fall of WikiLeaks and its founder, Julian Assange, focusing on the impact of leaked documents on global politics.
  - **Why Hackers Like It:** It explores real-world issues related to information freedom, whistleblowing, and the role of hackers in revealing sensitive information.
These films and series offer diverse perspectives on hacking, from action-packed thrillers to real-life stories, and provide various angles on the impact of hacking in different contexts.
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