How to Play Cinematic Connections
Connect movies through their shared cast and crew. It's like Wordle, but for film lovers!
The Goal
Each day, you're given a START movie and a TARGET movie. Your mission is to connect them by building a chain of movies and people who worked on them.
The Chain Pattern
Every chain follows the same structure:
Example Solution
Brad Pitt was in both Fight Club and Ocean's Eleven. Julia Roberts was in both Ocean's Eleven and Notting Hill.
How to Play
- View the puzzle - See your START and TARGET movies at the top of the screen.
- Drag and drop - Select actors, directors, or movies from the palette and place them in the empty slots.
- Double-click for quick placement - Double-click any piece to automatically place it in the next available slot.
- Check your solution - Once all slots are filled, click "Check Solution" to verify.
- Solve in 7 attempts - You have 7 tries to find the correct chain!
Game Features
Tips for Success
- Think about prolific actors - Stars who appear in many films (like Brad Pitt, Tom Hanks, or Meryl Streep) often provide good connections.
- Consider directors too - Directors like Steven Spielberg or Christopher Nolan have worked with many actors.
- Look for genre connections - Actors often appear in similar types of films.
- Use the middle movie wisely - The middle movie is your bridge, so pick one that shares cast with multiple films.
Share Your Results
After solving (or failing) a puzzle, you can share your results on Twitter/X or WhatsApp. Your share text includes your attempt count displayed as colored blocks - just like Wordle!
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the puzzle reset?
A new puzzle is available every day at midnight in your local timezone.
Is it free?
Yes! Cinematic Connections is completely free. No ads, no account required, no in-app purchases.
Where is my progress saved?
Your stats, achievements, and game history are saved locally in your browser. Clearing your browser data will reset your progress.
Can I play on mobile?
Absolutely! The game works great on phones and tablets. You can even install it as an app on your home screen.