The Puzzle (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 2010, The Puzzle is a drama film directed by Natalia Smirnoff, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Maria's family give her a puzzle for her 50th birthday, and she loves it. Not only does the patient housewife have fun solving the puzzle, she's also really good at them. Overflowing with enthusiasm for her new-found passion, she goes back to the shop where they bought the gift for another puzzle. There her eye is caught by a notice on the message board: Partner for puzzle tournament wanted. Maria musters her courage and, despite her family's misgivings, answers the announcement.
Who’s in it. The Puzzle stars María Onetto as María del Carmen, Arturo Goetz as Roberto, Gabriel Goity as Juan and Henny Trayles as Carlotta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Puzzle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel and Sundance Now. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Puzzle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Puzzle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Puzzle (2010)?
- In US, The Puzzle is available to stream on Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel and Sundance Now. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Puzzle worth watching?
- The Puzzle holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Puzzle?
- The Puzzle stars María Onetto, Arturo Goetz, Gabriel Goity, Henny Trayles and Felipe Villanueva.
- When was The Puzzle released?
- The Puzzle was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.