---
title: "The Secret Life of Words"
year: 2005
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-secret-life-of-words-2005"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 148
imdb_id: "tt0430576"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 115
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 242
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Secret Life of Words (2005) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-secret-life-of-words-2005

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Secret Life of Words is a 2005 Spanish-Irish drama film written and directed by Isabel Coixet. The film features a cast that includes Sarah Polley, Tim Robbins, Javier Cámara, Julie Christie, and Sverre Anker Ousdal. The story follows a hearing-impaired factory worker who decides to forgo her first holiday in years. Instead, she travels to an oil rig to provide care for a man who has survived an accident and is suffering from severe burns. As the narrative progresses, the solitary nurse bonds with her patient. The film has a runtime of approximately one hour and fifty-five minutes. It is classified as a drama, with some sources also categorizing it under the romance genre. The production was released in the United States on December 15, 2005. The film received a 71 percent rating on the Tomatometer and an 86 percent rating on the Popcornmeter. It is currently categorized as not rated by the Motion Picture Association.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Isabel Coixet
- **Networks / Studios**: Hotshot Films, El Deseo, Mediapro

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sarah Polley** as *Hanna*
- **Tim Robbins** as *Josef*
- **Javier Cámara** as *Simon*
- **Danny Cunningham** as *Scott*
- **Dean Lennox Kelly** as *Liam*
- **Daniel Mays** as *Martin*
- **Eddie Marsan** as *Victor*
- **Steven Mackintosh** as *Dr. Sullitzer*
- **Julie Christie** as *Inge*
- **Emmanuel Idowu** as *Abdul*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Secret Life of Words online?
The Secret Life of Words is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Secret Life of Words worth watching?
The Secret Life of Words holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 242 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Secret Life of Words and when was it released?
The Secret Life of Words is a feature film with a runtime of 115 minutes. It was released in 2005. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Secret Life of Words?
The Secret Life of Words was directed by Isabel Coixet.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Secret Life of Words — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/148)
- [The Secret Life of Words - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Secret_Life_of_Words)
- [The Secret Life of Words (2005) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/148-the-secret-life-of-words/cast)
- [The Secret Life of Words](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/)
- [The Secret Life of Words (2005) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0430576/)
- [The Secret Life of Words (2005) - IMDb](https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0430576/)

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