Wordplay 17 years old

Discover a world that thinks inside the box

Wordplay

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.

Credits

Wordplay Cast

Name Character
Jon Stewart He was 43, now 61 years old as Himself
Trip Payne He was 37, now 55 years old as Himself
Will Shortz He was 53, now 71 years old as Himself
Bill Clinton He was 59, now 77 years old as Himself
Tyler Hinman He was 21, now 39 years old as Himself
Merl Reagle He was 56, 65 years old when he died as Himself
Ellen Ripstein as Herself
Jon Delfin as Himself
Al Sanders He was 56, 45 years old when he died as Himself

Wordplay Crew

Name Department
Patrick Creadon as Director. He was 39 (now 56) years old Directing
Patrick Creadon as Writer. He was 39 (now 56) years old Writing
Christine O'Malley as Writer. Writing
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Wordplay (17 years)

Discover a world that thinks inside the box

  • Release day: Monday, June 26, 2006
  • Runtime: 94 minutes