Silver Linings Playbook_
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"Watch for the signs."
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.
Director
David O. Russell
Starring
Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro
Box Office
$236.4M
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Prime Video
11 countries
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7 countries
MUBI
3 countries
Netflix
3 countries
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FREE
2 countries
V
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1 country
ALL REGIONS
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Box office
Silver Linings Playbook earned $236.4M worldwide on a $21.0M budget — a 1,026% return on investment.
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Year context
Silver Linings Playbook was released 14 years ago in 2012.
CAST (20)
Bradley Cooper
Pat Solatano Jr.
Jennifer Lawrence
Tiffany Maxwell
Robert De Niro
Pat Solatano Sr.
Jacki Weaver
Dolores Solatano
Anupam Kher
Dr. Cliff Patel
Chris Tucker
Danny McDaniels
Julia Stiles
Veronica
Shea Whigham
Jake Solatano
John Ortiz
Ronnie
Paul Herman
Randy
Dash Mihok
Officer Keogh
Matthew Russell
Ricky D'Angelo
Cheryl Williams
Tiffany's Mother
Patrick McDade
Tiffany's Father
Brea Bee
Nikki
Mary Regency Boies
Regina
Phillip Chorba
Jordie
Anthony Lawton
Dr. Timbers
Patsy Meck
Nancy (High School Principal)
MT
Maureen Torsney-Weir
Older Waitress
CREW
Director
Writer
BOX OFFICE
$21.0M
Budget
$236.4M
Revenue
+1026%
ROI
MASSIVE HIT
Verdict
STUDIOS (2)
AWARDS (25)
G
BAFTA Award for Best Adapted Screenplay
2013
WON
S
Independent Spirit Award for Best Screenplay
2013
WON
S
Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead
2013
WON
S
Independent Spirit Award for Best Director
2013
WON
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
122 min (2h 2m)
Language
English
Country
Rating
7.1/10 (12,479 votes)
Popularity
5
Budget
$21,000,000
Box Office
$236,412,453
Profit
+$215,412,453
IMDB
Trailer
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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.
How long is Silver Linings Playbook?
Silver Linings Playbook has a runtime of 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Who directed Silver Linings Playbook?
Silver Linings Playbook was directed by David O. Russell.
Who stars in Silver Linings Playbook?
The cast of Silver Linings Playbook includes Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro, Jacki Weaver, Anupam Kher.
How much did Silver Linings Playbook make at the box office?
Silver Linings Playbook earned $236,412,453 worldwide at the box office. The production budget was $21,000,000.
What is the rating of Silver Linings Playbook?
Silver Linings Playbook has a rating of 7.1 out of 10 based on 12,479 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (3)
Drama
Comedy
Romance
KEYWORDS (19)
depression
infidelity
dancing
friendship
philadelphia, pennsylvania
based on novel or book
widow
superstition
letter
dance competition
teacher
mental institution
therapy
mental illness
ex-wife
institutionalization
death of husband
unfaithful wife
father son relationship