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Literary Spotlight

The most-liked works on YWS — all-time leaders, or the standouts from any day or month since 2008.

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Top 100 Script of All Time

  1. by Snoink · Oct 19, 2008

    By Snoink and Grif ~ Characters: Snoink Griffinkeeper Bella Edward Incan Craig Ferguson Teague Author PenguinAttack Random Kittens Bulbasaur Plot: Edward and Bella come over at Snoink and Grif’s hou

    • 57 likes
    • 68 replies
    • 480 views
    • Script · General
  2. by Rook · Sep 4, 2016

    For I was a stranger, and ye took me in. Nerdy Biblical humor. Stay away if you don't like those things.

    • 21 likes
    • 5 replies
    • 147 views
    • Script · Humor » Fanfiction
  3. by Snoink · Jul 11, 2008

    PERSON 1 I am awesome! PERSON 2 No you aren't! PERSON 3 I kill you both! Bang bang bang! PERSON 1 AND PERSON 2 Ohnoes, we are dead! ~The End~

    • 19 likes
    • 23 replies
    • 128 views
    • Script · General
  4. by Audy · May 28, 2014

    A chat poem play thing!

    • 17 likes
    • 7 replies
    • 194 views
    • Script · General
  5. by Pinkiegirl13 · Jul 13, 2014

    This is my first dumb play.

    • 16 likes
    • 17 replies
    • 339 views
    • Script · General
  6. by Rook · Jul 1, 2014

    The radio calls between busses and the home base during a strange event.

    • 15 likes
    • 9 replies
    • 225 views
    • Script · Mystery / Suspense
  7. by elysian · Aug 1, 2015

    wicked

    • 14 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 125 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Romantic
  8. by preston7 · Feb 3, 2018

    Lots of puns...

    • 11 likes
    • 6 replies
    • 75 views
    • Script · Humor » Theatre
  9. by Rook · May 16, 2016

    Read the author's note.

    • 10 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 111 views
    • Script · Satire » Dramatic
  10. by ChocolateCello · Nov 23, 2016

    A very serious and valuable piece

    • 10 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 82 views
    • Script · Science
  11. by Lib · May 6, 2020

    i'm trying more script-writing lol

    • 10 likes
    • 7 replies
    • 171 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Humor
  12. by Plume · Jun 16, 2020

    The formatting is a little messed up, but this is something I wrote a year ago at camp. Hope you like!

    • 9 likes
    • 10 replies
    • 141 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Narrative
  13. by Plume · May 19, 2022

    College psych student gives therapy to ghosts. TW for mentions of suicide.

    • 9 likes
    • 6 replies
    • 133 views
    • Script · Humor » Supernatural
  14. by SalemReine · May 17, 2021

    A fantasy High Court that deals with people who have "misused their magical abilities"

    • 9 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 136 views
    • Script · Fantasy » Politics
  15. by momonster · Sep 18, 2020

    Corvo and Kraai, two crows, just want some corn. But that guy is there...

    • 8 likes
    • 9 replies
    • 168 views
    • Script · Realistic » Humor
  16. by MapleWay · Mar 19, 2021

    What do you mean that's sus? It's just a normal bakesale.

    • 8 likes
    • 7 replies
    • 148 views
    • Script · Humor » Science Fiction
  17. by Spearmint · Mar 19, 2021

    Just a normal bakesale, really! :>

    • 8 likes
    • 10 replies
    • 207 views
    • Script · Humor » Science Fiction
  18. by lelu · Jan 3, 2019

    Loki, Dr. Strange, and Peter Parker go shopping for food for the Avengers as they assemble to defeat Thanos in the Endgame!

    • 7 likes
    • 7 replies
    • 92 views
    • Script · Fanfiction » Humor
  19. by Lib · Dec 12, 2019

    A script I wrote and played :)

    • 7 likes
    • 7 replies
    • 139 views
    • Script · Humor » Dramatic
  20. by Plume · Sep 15, 2022

    Tired of all of those picture-perfect teen love stories. Also, yes, the formatting is wacky. I'm sorry.

    • 7 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 132 views
    • Script · Realistic » Narrative
  21. by LuminescentAnt · May 21, 2024

    In a world with an undo button, one teen learns that maybe things happen for a reason.

    • 7 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 81 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Technology
  22. by Kelpies · Jul 1, 2014

    After death had touched our family, I was inspired to write this short about life and death.

    • 6 likes
    • 10 replies
    • 66 views
    • Script · Realistic
  23. by TheRobster1991 · Jun 18, 2014

    Allegory of the Christian life in a Secular world. The Church is compared to a crew on a ship travelling to the Heavenly country

    • 6 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 93 views
    • Script · Spiritual » Other
  24. by disheartedallure22 · Nov 27, 2014

    Does your persona fit into society?

    • 6 likes
    • 8 replies
    • 97 views
    • Script · Realistic » Culture
  25. by Aravind · Aug 15, 2016

    Sharvin Arora and his team are now after the case of drug trafficking in Mumbai.

    • 6 likes
    • 6 replies
    • 57 views
    • Script · Realistic » Mystery / Suspense
  26. by Plume · Nov 27, 2020

    Again: messed up formatting. Two friends discuss something important.

    • 6 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 127 views
    • Script · Narrative » Dramatic
  27. by marismith · Sep 30, 2024

    My grief is shown through my words,not actions

    • 6 likes
    • 6 replies
    • 84 views
    • Script · Realistic » Other
  28. by Morrigan · Aug 17, 2015

    This is a Dada play, not for the faint hearted or one too worried about "meaning"

    • 5 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 113 views
    • Script · Other » Culture
  29. by WWombat · Feb 7, 2014

    poo

    • 5 likes
    • 9 replies
    • 111 views
    • Script · Mystery / Suspense » Romantic
  30. by Oliverisorange · Mar 18, 2014

    A monologue that I wrote and performed in my drama class. Note:it isn't written in script, but it was the best format there.

    • 5 likes
    • 5 replies
    • 99 views
    • Script · Realistic » Narrative
  31. by Dracula · Jun 15, 2015

    A play about a virus...

    • 5 likes
    • 5 replies
    • 69 views
    • Script · Science Fiction » Realistic
  32. by Transport222 · Oct 31, 2016

    Dare you enter the dark and forbidding woods, my friend?

    • 5 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 36 views
    • Script · Mystery / Suspense » Fantasy
  33. by RavenBlack · Jan 11, 2019

    After being ordered to track down the 'infamous' thief of Camelot (and failing), the King's soldiers go to the tavern. But they're in for a surprise

    • 5 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 60 views
    • Script · Fantasy » Action / Adventure
  34. by RavenBlack · Jan 13, 2019

    After being captured by one of the King's knights, Lady Luck is brought to King Arthur. He offers her something she can't refuse.

    • 5 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 41 views
    • Script · Fantasy » Action / Adventure
  35. by Elinor · Jan 20, 2020

    In 1986 New York, Jennifer Levin is killed the week before she leaves for college.

    • 5 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 89 views
    • Script · Historical Fiction » Film
  36. by Elinor · Dec 7, 2021

    In the 1970s, a young woman murdered by a serial killer is remembered by her older brother.

    • 5 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 107 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Historical Fiction
  37. by Elinor · Sep 27, 2023

    A young woman realizes her boyfriend is guilty of the murders of his missing parents.

    • 5 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 59 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Mystery / Suspense
  38. by Roxanne · Sep 16, 2025

    a once-scene play~

    • 5 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 65 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Humor
  39. by NIKHILDHING · Jan 30

    A soul arrives at Death's gate. She doesn't want his story—she wants news of Life. What is it?

    • 5 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 69 views
    • Script · General
  40. by Elinor · Oct 12, 2020

    A story of the last year of the Romanov royal family.

    • 4 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 56 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Historical Fiction
  41. by Nephthys · Aug 6, 2013

    Felix van Doren an Edwardian steampunk adventurer/genius, arrives at a failed funeral and receives a job offer- hunting zombies.

    • 4 likes
    • 7 replies
    • 93 views
    • Script · Science Fiction » Fantasy
  42. by Thespiman · Sep 14, 2012

    This is about sidekicks rebelling against there heroes and shenanigans ensue. This is a collaboration. It is also by Austin Strait.

    • 4 likes
    • 8 replies
    • 39 views
    • Script · Humor » Theatre
  43. by Holysocks · Jan 14, 2015

    A letter to a soldier, from his fiancé...

    • 4 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 58 views
    • Script · Historical Fiction » Realistic
  44. by Sylar · Jun 2, 2014

    How do Target and other companies use your data for their profit? Read on to find out.

    • 4 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 70 views
    • Script · Culture » Technology
  45. by CarolineNaveen · Dec 4, 2013

    A group of college students stand up against Hitler in WWII's Nazi Germany. **Note: I will donate additional points for these reviews.**

    • 4 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 78 views
    • Script · Historical Fiction » Theatre
  46. by greatwhitespork · Jun 18, 2014

    A monologue of sorts about a guy named Larry who is being sworn in as vice president by his hapless assistant.

    • 4 likes
    • 6 replies
    • 52 views
    • Script · Humor » Politics
  47. by EmeraldEyes · Jul 10, 2014

    Dunno yet, see what reviews it gets XD

    • 4 likes
    • 8 replies
    • 76 views
    • Script · Realistic » Narrative
  48. by HolographicLadybug · Nov 7, 2015

    Four-year-olds make great storytellers.

    • 4 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 78 views
    • Script · Humor » Dramatic
  49. by BlueDaisy2018 · Feb 23, 2016

    Hannah walks into an Authentic Restaurant in Mexico and is offered "el salsa diablo"

    • 4 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 46 views
    • Script · Humor » Narrative
  50. by KittyMew · Jan 15, 2016

    Two boys living with their abusive father. Luke finds a way to run away. But will he get out?

    • 4 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 37 views
    • Script · General
  51. by Aravind · Jun 17, 2016

    Ray, with the help of his other criminal mates, team up to pull off one of the biggest crimes in history. A story to get you excited indeed.

    • 4 likes
    • 5 replies
    • 153 views
    • Script · Action / Adventure » Mystery / Suspense
  52. by Aravind · Jul 16, 2016

    An obnoxious school kid becomes the reason for starting a new epidemic - Dumb Flu. The infected can no longer talk.

    • 4 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 77 views
    • Script · Film » Humor
  53. by Aravind · Aug 7, 2016

    Sharvin Arora takes the oath of protecting the people, after his father died in action (In the Army) and mother died of heart attack.

    • 4 likes
    • 5 replies
    • 61 views
    • Script · Realistic » Dramatic
  54. by Redbox275 · Jun 10, 2017

    Johnny comes home to confess to his father that he took the car for a joyride but as he elaborates on the event, the story gets worse and worse.

    • 4 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 58 views
    • Script · Humor
  55. by Elinor · Apr 21, 2015

    A young couple struggle to make ends meet in the midst of the depression.

    • 4 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 85 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Romantic
  56. by RavenBlack · Dec 18, 2018

    Andrea pitches her idea. But will she be able to persuade her boss to invest in it?

    • 4 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 30 views
    • Script · Realistic » Dramatic
  57. by RavenBlack · Jan 25, 2019

    Lancelot and Lady Luck travel across Camelot to the Isle of Lost Souls

    • 4 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 55 views
    • Script · Fantasy » Action / Adventure
  58. by Elinor · Mar 2, 2020

    In the summer of 1996, a twenty-five year old teacher uncovers the truth about the father she never knew.

    • 4 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 82 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Historical Fiction
  59. by Lib · Dec 12, 2019

    A script I made a played

    • 4 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 54 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Humor
  60. by MeherazulAzim16 · Feb 5, 2020

    Just a blind date.

    • 4 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 91 views
    • Script · Film » Humor
  61. by Plume · Apr 2, 2020

    Adapted from an idea I had. It was supposed to be a poem, but here we are. Hope you enjoy.

    • 4 likes
    • 10 replies
    • 126 views
    • Script · Horror » Film
  62. by Plume · Jan 20, 2021

    We're all mad here. Or are we?

    • 4 likes
    • 5 replies
    • 89 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Realistic
  63. by Tenyo · Feb 1, 2015

    Contains sensitive themes and sexual references.

    • 4 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 66 views
    • Script · Fantasy » Theatre
  64. by omer · Oct 29, 2020

    Scene 1 of a comedy screenplay I started writing a few months ago. :)

    • 4 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 65 views
    • Script · Theatre » Humor
  65. by jimmywashere788 · Dec 4, 2020

    A middle-schooler named Jimmy is up at 1 am working on an writing assignment for school. This causes two emotions to be personified. Trying to help.

    • 4 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 60 views
    • Script · Theatre
  66. by MapleWay · Mar 28, 2021

    Why would it be sus? We nev- mostly don't lie.

    • 4 likes
    • 5 replies
    • 78 views
    • Script · Humor » Science Fiction
  67. by MapleWay · Mar 30, 2021

    Try our cookies, you def- probably won't regret it!

    • 4 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 62 views
    • Script · Humor » Science Fiction
  68. by YourFriendQuirks08 · May 1, 2021

    Just a script I wrote, please comment any ideas for a possible part 2!!!

    • 4 likes
    • 5 replies
    • 71 views
    • Script · Realistic » Theatre
  69. by MaybeAndrew · Jun 15, 2021

    A man needs to take a picture of a mirror to sell it on ebay, how can he do this without being in the reflection?

    • 4 likes
    • 6 replies
    • 158 views
    • Script · Humor » Narrative
  70. by Spearmint · Mar 28, 2021

    Definitely not part of a plan to take over the world...

    • 4 likes
    • 5 replies
    • 88 views
    • Script · Humor » Science Fiction
  71. by Spearmint · Mar 30, 2021

    Bakesales, yummy bakesales! Totally innocent, we promise! :D

    • 4 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 58 views
    • Script · Humor » Science Fiction
  72. by Spearmint · Apr 25, 2021

    [i]You[/i] might be able to control some heavy-duty military equipment! (but you've gotta help save the world first :>)

    • 4 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 63 views
    • Script · Humor » Science Fiction
  73. by Spearmint · May 28, 2021

    Gathering the troops... and supplying them with candy (lots and lots of candy :>)

    • 4 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 46 views
    • Script · Humor » Science Fiction
  74. by anasahmad4565 · Oct 5, 2023

    Thought-provoking, Evocative, intimate love.

    • 4 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 57 views
    • Script · Romantic » Fantasy
  75. by Sillyguy02 · Nov 15, 2023

    After finding an unusual book, a strange man, and a demon behind their school, Kurtis and Lydia are now put on the biggest journey of their lifetimes.

    • 4 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 73 views
    • Script · Fantasy » Action / Adventure
  76. by MMV · Feb 7, 2024

    A tense situation for a vigilante.. Will he get free?

    • 4 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 86 views
    • Script · Fantasy
  77. by STARSCREAAAAMMMM · Apr 27

    GUYS I SWEAR THIS SCRIPT IS SO MUCH BETTER THAN THE LAST ONE TRUST ME

    • 4 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 87 views
    • Script · Fanfiction » Humor
  78. by RenGrey · Jul 14, 2012

    Twilight A Parody Edward Cullen Jacob Black Bella Swan Charlie Swan Esme Cullen Carlisle Cullen Billy Black {} [The curtain raises and we see Bella alone in the woods ...

    • 3 likes
    • 6 replies
    • 6 views
    • Script · Fanfiction » Satire
  79. by Kopaka · Sep 16, 2012

    This song inspired me to make this scene. Please tell me what ya think or the song makes this scene better. As I walk in the dark halls of my ...

    • 3 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 41 views
    • Script · Mystery / Suspense » Horror
  80. by GreenLight24 · May 19, 2014

    Jay Gatsby and Holden Caulfield are engaged in a fierce debate over the role of dreams in human life. For Great Gatsby and Catcher in the Rye fans! :)

    • 3 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 42 views
    • Script · Literature » Humor
  81. by Raelyn · Dec 4, 2019

    Aileen is forced to marry other ways a duke will take over her kingdom

    • 3 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 53 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Theatre
  82. by ChesTacos · Feb 3, 2021

    Yes

    • 3 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 92 views
    • Script · Action / Adventure » Humor
  83. by Caerulean · Oct 3, 2021

    A rather poetic script for the voice over on a fan trailer I made for The Lord of the Rings Online.

    • 3 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 60 views
    • Script · Fantasy » Film
  84. by LizzyDear · Nov 15, 2023

    A PSA/Short film draft script for class! Seriously need some guidance and constructive criticism to bring it to it's full potential.

    • 3 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 58 views
    • Script · Realistic » Film
  85. by BluesClues · Feb 8, 2018

    [Review Contest Script] Haunted Mansion but darker and with a vampire.

    • 3 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 76 views
    • Script · Film » Supernatural
  86. by peanut19 · Jan 6, 2013

    (This is the first thing I've posted in a very long time. But I hope if you read it, you'll enjoy it. ~peanut) LILIBET SCOTT, 27. A coat that is ...

    • 3 likes
    • 5 replies
    • 27 views
    • Script · Dramatic
  87. by Elinor · Apr 28, 2018

    Eighteen year old Myra learns of humanity's past in a society where feelings have been eradicated.

    • 3 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 58 views
    • Script · Film » Science Fiction
  88. by FatCowsSis · Aug 16, 2018

    Just a short drabble I wrote before practice. No intent with this so don't review me too hard :D

    • 3 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 57 views
    • Script · General
  89. by Sylar · Oct 3, 2013

    Shira, a twelve-year-old deaf drummer and her two best friends are entering the Battle of the Bands. How will they win?

    • 3 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 120 views
    • Script · Film » Realistic
  90. by justinkalaveras · Jun 10, 2014

    This script is about a cop who likes solving crime, a little too much.

    • 3 likes
    • 8 replies
    • 71 views
    • Script · Theatre » Humor
  91. by Key3031 · Sep 3, 2014

    Have you ever wondered what's it like to talk to cat? Well fear no more. I have the inside scoop.

    • 3 likes
    • 7 replies
    • 77 views
    • Script · Humor
  92. by KatGirl · Oct 15, 2014

    I guess I wrote this for the people who struggle in life, honestly, I don't really know why I did write this.

    • 3 likes
    • 6 replies
    • 82 views
    • Script · Literature » Realistic
  93. by artemis15sc · Feb 12, 2015

    A struggling West Point cadet explores what it means to be a soldier.

    • 3 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 52 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Realistic
  94. by WaltzingDreams · Dec 19, 2014

    A modern spin-off of Charles Dickens' classic tale of A Christmas Carol. [This is my first finished play. Please review and leave some advice! :) ]

    • 3 likes
    • 4 replies
    • 67 views
    • Script · Theatre » Dramatic
  95. by WaltzingDreams · Dec 21, 2014

    Part two. What secrets did Elliot have to corrupt him in the present?

    • 3 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 53 views
    • Script · Dramatic » Theatre
  96. by HolographicLadybug · Dec 12, 2015

    Some people have no idea what some things are, do we?

    • 3 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 49 views
    • Script · Humor » Other
  97. by HolographicLadybug · Dec 14, 2015

    I think I want to call this one 'special'. Anyway, confusion is key. (Smile)

    • 3 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 49 views
    • Script · Humor » Other
  98. by HolographicLadybug · Feb 21, 2016

    After a year and a half of being grounded, weird things happen.

    • 3 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 66 views
    • Script · Humor » Dramatic
  99. by RyharTopter · Oct 28, 2015

    ​THIS, LIKE THE LAST ONE I POSTED WAS ABOUT THE FACE OF CHANGE. THE ONE THAT I POSTED EARLIER WAS THE SUCCESSFUL ONE THIS WAS THE FAILED ONE. ENJOY!:)

    • 3 likes
    • 3 replies
    • 35 views
    • Script · Theatre » Teen Fiction
  100. by xv0nillaWriterx · Nov 21, 2015

    Should we celebrate something for all the people who join this site and helped you, write stories or poems and review your work?

    • 3 likes
    • 2 replies
    • 76 views
    • Script · Other » Other


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