The King of Arcades

The King of Arcades

An Arcade Will Fall... A Hero Will Rise!

2014 · 100 min · ★ 5.7 · Documentary

Follow the rise and fall of the King of Arcades as one man pursues his dream against all odds. The King of Arcades details the life and times of punk rock musician and classic arcade collector Richie Knucklez, on his journey to cultural prominence when he takes his passion for collecting to new heights by opening an arcade business in Flemington, New Jersey, only to watch it fall in the wake of economic hardship.

Directed by Sean Tiedeman · Written by Sean Tiedeman

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