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Wordplay

Wordplay

2006·Movie·1h 34m

Documentary

7.0 / 10 (48 votes)

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.

Directed by
Patrick Creadon
Original language
English
Released
26 June 2006

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Cast

  • Will Shortz

    Will Shortz

    Self

  • MR

    Merl Reagle

    Self

  • Bill Clinton

    Bill Clinton

    Self

  • Jon Stewart

    Jon Stewart

    Self

  • TH

    Tyler Hinman

    Self

  • TP

    Trip Payne

    Self

  • AS

    Al Sanders

    Self

  • ER

    Ellen Ripstein

    Self

  • JD

    Jon Delfin

    Self

  • MR

    Marc Romano

    Self

  • MM

    Mike Mussina

    Self

  • Bob Dole

    Bob Dole

    Self