Color-blind modeAdd patterns so color is not the only cue
Solver display
Show candidates by defaultShow remaining answer candidates in the Solver
Show advanced metricsDisplay detailed word statistics
What “best” means
Rank openers byChoose how the Solver and opener rankings define “best”
Fewest guesses: first maximizes the chance of solving within six, then minimizes average guesses among those wins. Most info: highest entropy on the first guess. Fewest left: smallest average shortlist after the first guess.
Data
Sync profileOptionally keep streaks and progress across devices
Puzzle #1889. Take a small clue first, then open only the answers you want.
Publisher date: (UTC).
Each cell offers one film supported by independent cast and release facts. Other films may fit, and no publisher rarity or unique official grid is claimed.
By FiveLetterWords · Guide updated . The puzzle date is shown separately.
Row 1, column 1: Robert Redford · Title Contains 'The'
A smaller clue
Consider a film first released in the 1970s, directed by George Roy Hill.
A stronger cast clue
Its cast includes Paul Newman and Robert Shaw. Keep the row's named person in your check as well.
Reveal answer
The Sting
Why the answer fits
The Sting (1973) fits this cell because Robert Redford is in the cast, and the title contains the standalone word THE.
George Roy Hill directed the film, and Paul Newman and Robert Shaw are also in its cast. These names can help distinguish it from other films featuring the person named in the row.
Row 1, column 2: Robert Redford · Title Contains a F, V, W, or Y
A smaller clue
Consider a film first released in the 1960s, directed by George Roy Hill.
A stronger cast clue
Its cast includes Paul Newman and Katharine Ross. Keep the row's named person in your check as well.
Reveal answer
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
Why the answer fits
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969) fits this cell because Robert Redford is in the cast, and the title contains Y.
George Roy Hill directed the film, and Paul Newman and Katharine Ross are also in its cast. These names can help distinguish it from other films featuring the person named in the row.
Row 1, column 3: Robert Redford · Released From: 1980-2010
A smaller clue
Consider a film first released in the 1980s, directed by Sydney Pollack.
A stronger cast clue
Its cast includes Meryl Streep and Klaus Maria Brandauer. Keep the row's named person in your check as well.
Reveal answer
Out of Africa
Why the answer fits
Out of Africa (1985) fits this cell because Robert Redford is in the cast, and its release year, 1985, falls inside the inclusive 1980–2010 range.
Sydney Pollack directed the film, and Meryl Streep and Klaus Maria Brandauer are also in its cast. These names can help distinguish it from other films featuring the person named in the row.
Row 2, column 1: Michelle Pfeiffer · Title Contains 'The'
A smaller clue
Consider a film first released in the 1980s, directed by Steve Kloves.
A stronger cast clue
Its cast includes Jeff Bridges and Beau Bridges. Keep the row's named person in your check as well.
Reveal answer
The Fabulous Baker Boys
Why the answer fits
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989) fits this cell because Michelle Pfeiffer is in the cast, and the title contains the standalone word THE.
Steve Kloves directed the film, and Jeff Bridges and Beau Bridges are also in its cast. These names can help distinguish it from other films featuring the person named in the row.
Row 2, column 2: Michelle Pfeiffer · Title Contains a F, V, W, or Y
A smaller clue
Consider a film first released in the 1980s, directed by Brian De Palma.
A stronger cast clue
Its cast includes Al Pacino and Steven Bauer. Keep the row's named person in your check as well.
Reveal answer
Scarface
Why the answer fits
Scarface (1983) fits this cell because Michelle Pfeiffer is in the cast, and the title contains F.
Brian De Palma directed the film, and Al Pacino and Steven Bauer are also in its cast. These names can help distinguish it from other films featuring the person named in the row.
Row 2, column 3: Michelle Pfeiffer · Released From: 1980-2010
A smaller clue
Consider a film first released in the 1990s, directed by Tim Burton.
A stronger cast clue
Its cast includes Michael Keaton and Danny DeVito. Keep the row's named person in your check as well.
Reveal answer
Batman Returns
Why the answer fits
Batman Returns (1992) fits this cell because Michelle Pfeiffer is in the cast, and its release year, 1992, falls inside the inclusive 1980–2010 range.
Tim Burton directed the film, and Michael Keaton and Danny DeVito are also in its cast. These names can help distinguish it from other films featuring the person named in the row.
Row 3, column 1: Gary Oldman · Title Contains 'The'
A smaller clue
Consider a film first released in the 2000s, directed by Christopher Nolan.
A stronger cast clue
Its cast includes Christian Bale and Heath Ledger. Keep the row's named person in your check as well.
Reveal answer
The Dark Knight
Why the answer fits
The Dark Knight (2008) fits this cell because Gary Oldman is in the cast, and the title contains the standalone word THE.
Christopher Nolan directed the film, and Christian Bale and Heath Ledger are also in its cast. These names can help distinguish it from other films featuring the person named in the row.
Row 3, column 2: Gary Oldman · Title Contains a F, V, W, or Y
A smaller clue
Consider a film first released in the 2010s, directed by Tomas Alfredson.
A stronger cast clue
Its cast includes Colin Firth and Tom Hardy. Keep the row's named person in your check as well.
Reveal answer
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
Why the answer fits
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011) fits this cell because Gary Oldman is in the cast, and the title contains Y.
Tomas Alfredson directed the film, and Colin Firth and Tom Hardy are also in its cast. These names can help distinguish it from other films featuring the person named in the row.
The 1980–2010 restriction belongs to column 3. This film is in column 2, where the title letter and cast match are the relevant tests; its 2011 release does not disqualify it.
Row 3, column 3: Gary Oldman · Released From: 1980-2010
A smaller clue
Consider a film first released in the 1990s, directed by Oliver Stone.
A stronger cast clue
Its cast includes Kevin Costner and Tommy Lee Jones. Keep the row's named person in your check as well.
Reveal answer
JFK
Why the answer fits
JFK (1991) fits this cell because Gary Oldman is in the cast, and its release year, 1991, falls inside the inclusive 1980–2010 range.
Oliver Stone directed the film, and Kevin Costner and Tommy Lee Jones are also in its cast. These names can help distinguish it from other films featuring the person named in the row.
Play at the official Movie Grid site. The puzzle identity and answer were checked against a retained source observation dated 2026-10-04. The hints and explanations were reviewed separately.
This unofficial guide is not affiliated with the game publisher. A grid can have several valid answers; the suggestions here are checked alternatives, rather than a claim that one filled grid is unique.