Wordplay

Film

Wordplay

7/ 10· 48200694 min

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.

Director
Patrick Creadon

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Wordplay?
Wordplay is streaming on Philo, Tubi TV, YouTube Free, The Roku Channel, Amazon Prime Video, Howdy Amazon Channel. It can also be rented or bought on YouTube, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies. Availability is refreshed weekly.
How long is Wordplay?
Wordplay runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Who stars in Wordplay?
Wordplay stars Will Shortz, Merl Reagle, Bill Clinton, Jon Stewart, Tyler Hinman.

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