Tales from the Script
2009, English. Directed by Peter Hanson.
Hollywood screenwriters finally get the last word.
Shane Black ("Lethal Weapon"), John Carpenter ("Halloween"), Frank Darabont ("The Shawshank Redemption"), William Goldman ("The Princess Bride"), Paul Schrader ("Taxi Driver"), and dozens of other Hollywood screenwriters share hilarious anecdotes and penetrating insights in "Tales from the Script," the most comprehensive documentary ever made about screenwriting. By analyzing their triumphs and recalling their failures, the participants explain how successful writers develop the skills necessary for toughing out careers in one of the world's most competitive industries. They also reveal the untold stories behind some of the greatest screenplays ever written, describing their adventures with luminaries including Harrison Ford, Stanley Kubrick, Joel Silver, Martin Scorsese, and Steven Spielberg. The film was produced in tandem with the upcoming HarperCollins book of the same name.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Tales from the Script
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 10 January 2009
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Peter Hanson, Paul Robert Herman
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Tales from the Script: quick answers
Is Tales from the Script worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Tales from the Script?
Tales from the Script runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Tales from the Script have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Tales from the Script. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Tales from the Script parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Tales from the Script is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Tales from the Script on?
Tales from the Script isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like Tales from the Script?
If you liked Tales from the Script, try Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return, Seduced and Abandoned, Altman.
Who directed Tales from the Script?
Tales from the Script (2009) was directed by Peter Hanson and stars John Carpenter, Frank Darabont, Steven E. de Souza.