A limited series, including new and extended scenes, that chronicles the rise and fall of BlackBerry - the world's first smartphone. A whirlwind ride through a ruthlessly competitive Silicon Valley at breakneck speeds.
EPISODE 1
Episode 1
Mike Lazaridis and Doug Fregin pitch their idea of combining a computer with a cell phone to Jim Balsillie. Jim comes on board and they try to sell their idea.
EPISODE 2
Episode 2
BlackBerry hits the market. Mike and Jim try to avoid a hostile takeover. Jim strategizes to increase sales.
EPISODE 3
Episode 3
Apple announces the iPhone. Mike scrambles to please Verizon. Jim is unreachable trying to make a personal business deal. The SEC investigates the company.
Jay Baruchel
Glenn Howerton
Matt Johnson
Rich Sommer
Michael Ironside
Martin Donovan
Michelle Giroux
SungWon Cho
Mark Critch
Saul Rubinek
Cary Elwes