Playing by Heart(1998)
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Playing by Heart Synopsis
In a vibrant tapestry of love and longing, nine interconnected souls navigate romance and heartbreak in L.A., where passions collide and truths unfold, revealing that the heart's desires often lead us where we least expect.
Playing by Heart (1998) is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Willard Carroll, released on December 30, 1998 with a runtime of 2h 1m. It stars Gillian Anderson, Ellen Burstyn, Sean Connery and Anthony Edwards. Viewers rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 257 ratings.
- Director:
- Willard Carroll
- Writers:
- Willard Carroll
- Producers:
- Meg Liberman, Thomas L. Wilhite, Willard Carroll
- Cinematographer:
- Vilmos Zsigmond
- Composer:
- John Barry
- Production:
- Morpheus, Hyperion Pictures, Intermedia Films, Miramax
- Budget:
- $20,000,000
- Revenue:
- $3,970,078
- Status:
- Released
Playing by Heart (1998) Trailer
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Playing by Heart Cast & Crew
Main cast
Gillian Anderson
as Meredith
Ellen Burstyn
as Mildred
Sean Connery
as Paul
Anthony Edwards
as Roger
Angelina Jolie
as Joan
Jay Mohr
as Mark
Ryan Phillippe
as Keenan
Dennis Quaid
as Hugh
Gena Rowlands
as Hannah
Jon Stewart
as Trent
Madeleine Stowe
as Gracie
Patricia Clarkson
as Allison
Key crew
Directed by Willard Carroll, written by Willard Carroll, produced by Meg Liberman, Thomas L. Wilhite and Willard Carroll.
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Playing by Heart Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.6/10 from 257 ratings.
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Playing by Heart – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Playing by Heart online?
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Playing by Heart (1998) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Playing by Heart?
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The main cast of Playing by Heart (1998) includes Gillian Anderson, Ellen Burstyn, Sean Connery, Anthony Edwards and Angelina Jolie. The film was directed by Willard Carroll. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Playing by Heart released?
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Playing by Heart was released on December 30, 1998 and runs for 2h 1m.
Is Playing by Heart worth watching?
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Playing by Heart (1998) holds an average rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 257 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Playing by Heart?
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Yes. The official Playing by Heart trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.