Bad Words

2014R89 min

Jason Bateman is a venomous, 40-year-old proofreader who begins entering spelling bees thanks to a loophole in the rules. Dominating his pint-sized competition and enraging parents and officials alike, Guy Trilby (Bateman) sets his sights on the National Spelling Bee, holding back on the reasons for his efforts to a young reporter, while forming an unexpected friendship.

Genres:Comedy, Drama

Director:Jason Bateman

Cast:Jason Bateman, Kathryn Hahn, Amanda Anka, Rohan Chand, Philip Baker Hall, Allison Janney, Ben Falcone, Steve Witting, Beth Grant, Gwen Parden

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Added to HBO Max:August 1, 2021

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