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Silver Linings Playbook

Directed by David O. Russell · 2012 ·

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Is Silver Linings Playbook worth watching?

Yes. Silver Linings Playbook (2012) earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

81%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

92% Editorial Rating
86% Audience snapshot · excluded
81 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.7
7.7 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 2m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · M (Australia) · 18 (South Korea)
Cast
Bradley Cooper , Jennifer Lawrence , Robert De Niro , Jacki Weaver , Anupam Kher , Chris Tucker , Julia Stiles , Shea Whigham , John Ortiz , Paul Herman
Streaming
YouTube TV
Language
English

Also known as सिल्वर लाइनिंग्स प्लेबुक Los Juegos del Destino El lado bueno de las cosas Happiness Therapy Silver Linings O Lado Bom da Vida 世界にひとつのプレイブック 실버라이닝 플레이북

Where to watch

  • YouTube TV

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Where to watch Silver Linings Playbook by country

Country Streaming on
India Prime Video, Lionsgate Play
Japan U-NEXT
Malaysia Lionsgate Play
South Korea Wavve
United Kingdom Netflix
United States YouTube TV

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (92/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (86%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (81/100).
  • Celluloid Score 81% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, comedy, romance pick

Not ideal for

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    Is Silver Linings Playbook worth watching?

    Yes — Silver Linings Playbook earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, comedy, romance pick.

    Celluloid verdict

    Silver Linings Playbook — People's Choice Award at TIFF 2012. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Silver Linings Playbook about?

    After losing his job and wife, and spending time in an institution, a former teacher winds up living with his parents. He wants to rebuild his life and reconcile with his wife, but his father would be happy if he shared his obsession with the Philadelphia Eagles. Things get complicated when he meets Tiffany Maxwell who offers to help him reconnect with his wife if he will do something very important for her in exchange.

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    Silver Linings Playbook: frequently asked questions

    Is Silver Linings Playbook worth watching?

    Yes. Silver Linings Playbook (2012) has a Celluloid Score of 81%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Silver Linings Playbook?

    In the United States, Silver Linings Playbook streams on YouTube TV with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video, Lionsgate Play in India; U-NEXT in Japan; Lionsgate Play in Malaysia; Wavve in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Silver Linings Playbook?

    Silver Linings Playbook runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).

    What is Silver Linings Playbook rated?

    Silver Linings Playbook is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, M in Australia and 18 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Silver Linings Playbook?

    Silver Linings Playbook is directed by David O. Russell and stars Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro, Jacki Weaver, Anupam Kher.

    What is the Metascore for Silver Linings Playbook?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Silver Linings Playbook is 81 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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