Words on Bathroom Walls (2020)
Kernel Score: 87% · 651 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 2020-08-21
Runtime: 111 minutes
Where to watch Words on Bathroom Walls
- Free with ads: The Roku Channel, Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Diagnosed with a mental illness halfway through his senior year of high school, a witty, introspective teen struggles to keep it a secret while falling in love with a brilliant classmate who inspires him to open his heart and not be defined by his condition.
Words on Bathroom Walls parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Words on Bathroom Walls is a PG-13 drama about a teen navigating schizophrenia while falling in love and keeping his diagnosis secret.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Thor Freudenthal
Cast
- Charlie Plummer as Adam
- Molly Parker as Beth
- Walton Goggins as Paul
- Andy Garcia as Father Patrick
- Taylor Russell as Maya
- AnnaSophia Robb as Rebecca
- Beth Grant as Sister Catherine
- Devon Bostick as Joaquin
- Lobo Sebastian as Bodyguard
- Aaron Dominguez as Todd
Words on Bathroom Walls FAQ
Is Words on Bathroom Walls good?
Words on Bathroom Walls has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 651 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Words on Bathroom Walls?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Words on Bathroom Walls OK for kids?
Words on Bathroom Walls is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Words on Bathroom Walls is a PG-13 drama about a teen navigating schizophrenia while falling in love and keeping his diagnosis secret.
What movies are like Words on Bathroom Walls?
If you liked Words on Bathroom Walls, try Turtles All the Way Down, After, The Best of Me and A Beautiful Mind.