Word Wars(2004)
This Is NOT Your Grandmother's Game Of Scrabble.
Word Wars Synopsis
The classic board game, Scrabble, has been popular for decades. In addition, there are fanatics who devote heart and soul to this game to the expense of everything else. This film profiles a group of these enthusiasts as they converge for a Scrabble convention where the word game is almost a bloodsport.
Word Wars (2004) is a documentary film directed by Julian Petrillo, released on May 28, 2004 with a runtime of 1h 20m. It stars Mike Birbiglia, Joe Edley, Matt Graham and Marlon Hill. Viewers rate it 6.4 out of 10 across 27 ratings.
- Director:
- Julian Petrillo
- Producers:
- Eric Chaikin
- Cinematographer:
- Laela Kilbourn
- Composer:
- Thor Madsen
- Production:
- E-Wolf, Seventh Art Releasing
- Status:
- Released
Word Wars Cast & Crew
Main cast
Mike Birbiglia
as Self
- Joe Edley
Joe Edley
as Self
- Matt Graham
Matt Graham
as Self
- Marlon Hill
Marlon Hill
as Self
- Joel Sherman
Joel Sherman
as Self
- Aldo Cardia
Aldo Cardia
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Julian Petrillo, produced by Eric Chaikin.
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Word Wars Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.4/10 from 27 ratings.
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Word Wars – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Word Wars online?
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Word Wars (2004) is currently available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Word Wars?
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The main cast of Word Wars (2004) includes Mike Birbiglia, Joe Edley, Matt Graham, Marlon Hill and Joel Sherman. The film was directed by Julian Petrillo. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Word Wars released?
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Word Wars was released on May 28, 2004 and runs for 1h 20m.
Is Word Wars worth watching?
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Word Wars (2004) holds an average rating of 6.4 out of 10 from 27 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.