IMDb RATING
6.9/10
1.7K
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A look at the obsessive world of competitive Scrabble.A look at the obsessive world of competitive Scrabble.A look at the obsessive world of competitive Scrabble.
- Awards
- 2 wins & 3 nominations
Joel Sherman
- Self
- (as 'G.I.' Joel Sherman)
Aldo Cardia
- Self
- (as Aldo)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaThe last line in the credits reads "This film is rated 1900" - a reference to the National Scrabble Association rating system (1700 and above is considered an expert rating; typically only elite players get to 1900 and up).
- Crazy creditsThis film is rated 1900.
- SoundtracksParalysed
Written by Chaikin and Haber
Performed by E-Wolf and the Moneylenders
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Word Wars is an amazing, exhilarating, and interesting film!
Word Wars, a comical documentary that traces the lives and study habits of four Scrabble enthusiasts, is fun and interesting from the beginning. Eric Chaikin, the brilliant writer and director, uses awesome, eye-catching graphics in the opening credits. From there, we are introduced to the "characters", each of whom has a unique, intriguing lifestyle. The film teaches the Scrabble basics, and draws the audience into the fun and competitiveness on the Scrabble circuit. We see the players as they train for the National Scrabble championships. Whether studying by means of meditation, or by means of playing endless games of Scrabble and memorizing volumes of words, all the players share a profound love for the game. I absolutely loved Word Wars. I loved the intense competition, and I loved the comical presentation of the Scrabble Circuit. Word Wars is a must see!
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- Kreemie187
- Jun 3, 2004
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- Release date
- Country of origin
- Language
- Also known as
- Tiles and Tribulations on the Scrabble Circuit
- Filming locations
- Production companies
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Box office
- Gross US & Canada
- $110,617
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $7,559
- May 31, 2004
- Gross worldwide
- $110,617
- Runtime1 hour 20 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.33 : 1
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