Silver Linings Playbook (2012)
Kernel Score: 80% · 12,522 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Released: 2012-11-16
Runtime: 122 minutes
Is Silver Linings Playbook worth watching?
Worth watching. A warm, bumpy romantic comedy about two damaged people who find each other through dance. Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence are excellent, and it handles mental health with more heart than polish.
Watch it if you
- like rom-coms with edge
- enjoy great lead performances
- want a sweet but messy love story
Skip it if you
- dislike loud, chaotic family scenes
- want a realistic portrayal of mental illness
Best for: Date night in
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Silver Linings Playbook
- Stream: YouTube TV
- Free with ads: VIX
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
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.
Silver Linings Playbook parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that Silver Linings Playbook is an R-rated dramedy dealing with mental illness, infidelity, and a recovering man rebuilding his life.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Some — Includes references to infidelity and a budding romantic relationship, per keywords.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Silver Linings Playbook
If you liked Silver Linings Playbook, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- The Fighter (2010) — 84%: Same director, with a similar mix of family chaos and heart.
- Blue Valentine (2010) — 78%: A harder, sadder look at a relationship.
- Manhattan (1979) — 85%: Classic New York romance with sharp humour.
- The Apartment (1960) — 91%: Bittersweet comedy about two lonely people.
- Sing Street (2016) — 87%: Warm, funny underdog story with music.
Director
David O. Russell
Cast
- Bradley Cooper as Pat Solatano Jr.
- Jennifer Lawrence as Tiffany Maxwell
- Robert De Niro as Pat Solatano Sr.
- Jacki Weaver as Dolores Solatano
- Anupam Kher as Dr. Cliff Patel
- Chris Tucker as Danny McDaniels
- Julia Stiles as Veronica
- Shea Whigham as Jake Solatano
- John Ortiz as Ronnie
- Paul Herman as Randy
Silver Linings Playbook FAQ
Is Silver Linings Playbook worth watching?
Worth watching. A warm, bumpy romantic comedy about two damaged people who find each other through dance. Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence are excellent, and it handles mental health with more heart than polish.
Where can I watch Silver Linings Playbook?
In the US you can stream Silver Linings Playbook on YouTube TV, watch it free with ads on VIX and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Silver Linings Playbook OK for kids?
Silver Linings Playbook is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that Silver Linings Playbook is an R-rated dramedy dealing with mental illness, infidelity, and a recovering man rebuilding his life.
What movies are like Silver Linings Playbook?
If you liked Silver Linings Playbook, try The Fighter, Blue Valentine, Manhattan and The Apartment.