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Wordplay

Wordplay

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Wordplay
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2006-06-26
  • Runtime: 94 minutes
  • Rating: 7/10 (43 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: O'Malley Creadon Productions, The Weinstein Company, IFC FIlms
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.3874
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Will Shortz

Will Shortz

as Self

Merl Reagle

Merl Reagle

as Self

Bill Clinton

Bill Clinton

as Self

Jon Stewart

Jon Stewart

as Self

Tyler Hinman

Tyler Hinman

as Self

Trip Payne

Trip Payne

as Self

Al Sanders

Al Sanders

as Self

Ellen Ripstein

Ellen Ripstein

as Self

Jon Delfin

Jon Delfin

as Self

Marc Romano

Marc Romano

as Self

Gallery

Movie scene

Trailers & Clips

Wordplay - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

competitioncontestcrossword puzzle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wordplay?

Wordplay is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2006-06-26.

Who are the main actors in Wordplay?

The main cast includes Will Shortz, Merl Reagle, Bill Clinton, Jon Stewart, Tyler Hinman, .

Where can I watch Wordplay online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Wordplay is available.

Is Wordplay based on a true story?

Discover a world that thinks inside the box

What is the IMDb rating of Wordplay?

Wordplay has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 43 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Wordplay?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Wordplay?

The soundtrack was composed by O'Malley Creadon Productions, The Weinstein Company, IFC FIlms. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Wordplay filmed?

Wordplay was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Wordplay?

The total runtime of Wordplay is 94 minutes.

Is Wordplay suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Wordplay?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Wordplay.

Does Wordplay have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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