However, there are some very specific circumstances where "played" might function as a noun:
* As a noun in a sports context: You might hear someone say "That was a great played" to refer to a particular skillful action in a game.
* As a noun in a theatrical context: It could be used to refer to a performance: "We saw the latest play, and it was a real crowd pleaser. The played was excellent!"
In general, though, "played" is almost always a verb. If you see it used as a noun, you'll need to consider the context to understand its meaning.