Wordplay

2006·Movie
1h 34min·NR
72
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4Metacritic91–Rotten Tomatoes94%80%

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Wordplay fingerprint

Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Hopeful and wholesome

  • Hopefulness8
  • Wholesome7
  • Wonder5

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit

  • Wit & Wordplay9
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor1

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout dialogue

  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Discover a world that thinks inside the box

From the masters who create the mind-bending diversions to the tense competition at the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament, Patrick Creadon's documentary reveals a fascinating look at a decidedly addictive pastime. Creadon captures New York Times editor Will Shortz at work, talks to celebrity solvers -- including Bill Clinton and Ken Burns -- and presents an intimate look at the national tournament and its competitors.
Engaging DocumentaryIntellectual PursuitCrossword PuzzlesWholesome CompetitionCharacter-DrivenCelebration of WitHuman Interest StoryEducational EntertainmentFeel-Good Film

Crew

Directed by:
Patrick Creadon
Written by:
Patrick Creadon, Christine O'Malley
Composed by:
Peter Golub

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Wordplay

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Wordplay legally?

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Wordplay is included with a subscription to Peacock and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Wordplay worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 91). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Wordplay rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Wordplay?

1 h 34 min

Wordplay runs 1 h 34 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Wordplay?

Critics93
Audiences77

Not quite. Critics rate Wordplay higher (93) than audiences (77). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Wordplay in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Wordplay?

6AUGBIENZUSCA

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wordplay in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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