About this movie
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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Year
2006
Runtime
1h 34m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.0/10
Votes
48
Genre
Documentary
Director
Language
EN
Cast
competition
contest
crossword puzzle
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Questions about Wordplay
How long is Wordplay?
Wordplay has a runtime of 1h 34m (1 hour and 34 minutes).
Who directed Wordplay?
Wordplay was directed by Patrick Creadon and released in 2006.
What genre is Wordplay?
Wordplay is a Documentary film (2006).
Who stars in Wordplay?
The cast of Wordplay includes Will Shortz, Merl Reagle, Bill Clinton, Jon Stewart, Tyler Hinman.
What is the TMDB rating for Wordplay?
Wordplay has a TMDB rating of 7.0/10 based on 48 votes.
