Who is Guy Trilby in Bad Words?

Jason Bateman plays Guy Trilby in the film.

Bad Words

Guy Trilby (Jason Bateman), a 40-year-old misanthrope, makes waves at a regional spelling bee when, due to a loophole in the rules, he is allowed to enter -- and later wins. Hurling insults at every turn, Guy advances to the national contest in Los Angeles, accompanied by a reporter (Kathryn Hahn) who wants to discover his hidden motives for entering the bee. As the competition gears up, friendless Guy inexplicably forms a bond with a young speller who is feeling parental pressure to win.

GENRE: Comedy
RELEASE DATE: Friday, Mar 14, 2014

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How long is Bad Words?: Bad Words is 1 hr 29 min long.

Who directed Bad Words?: Jason Bateman

Who is Guy Trilby in Bad Words?: Jason Bateman plays Guy Trilby in the film.

What is Bad Words about?: Guy Trilby (Jason Bateman), a 40-year-old misanthrope, makes waves at a regional spelling bee when, due to a loophole in the rules, he is allowed to enter -- and later wins. Hurling insults at every turn, Guy advances to the national contest in Los Angeles, accompanied by a reporter (Kathryn Hahn) who wants to discover his hidden motives for entering the bee. As the competition gears up, friendless Guy inexplicably forms a bond with a young speller who is feeling parental pressure to win.