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Tell Me a Riddle

1980Movie1 h 33 minPG

Drama
84
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.4Rotten Tomatoes100%75%

A deeply moving, melancholic drama movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for scares, laughs or adrenaline.

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Story

A love story that became a marriage that became a love story.

Aging couple David and Eva have lost the spark that once infused their marriage. After nearly four decades together, the elderly duo is feel disconnected and lost. When they discover that Eva is sick, they decide to travel across the country to stay with their granddaughter in San Francisco. On the trip, with Eva's possible death looming, the couple rediscovers the passion and love that had been missing from their lives.

Feels like

  • Aging and Mortality
  • Estranged Family Reconciliation
  • Emotional Journey
  • Intimate Character Study
  • Poignant Drama
  • Thoughtful & Reflective
  • Nostalgic Undertones
  • Strong Performances
  • Cross-Country Road Trip

Cast

8 of 8

Crew

Directed by
Lee Grant
Written by
Joyce Eliason, Alev Lytle, Tillie Olsen
Produced by
Susan O'Connell, Mindy Affrime, Rachel Lyon

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Facts

December 15, 1980 · 1 h 33 min · PG

Released
December 15, 1980
Runtime
1 h 33 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Also spoken
Russian
Made in
United States
Available in
2 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream Tell Me a Riddle?"

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Where can I stream Tell Me a Riddle?

Night Flight+

In the United States, Tell Me a Riddle streams on Night Flight+. You can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is Tell Me a Riddle worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84 (IMDb 6.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (70).

Is Tell Me a Riddle okay for kids?

PG

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Tell Me a Riddle good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Tell Me a Riddle plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.