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Bridget Jones's Diary (2001)

“All women keep score... Only the great ones put it in writing.”

6.7/10 · 5,609 votes 1h 37m r ComedyRomanceDrama

#63 of 148 films from 2001 #1193 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Sharon Maguire · Written by Richard Curtis, Helen Fielding, Andrew Davies

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Overview

Bridget Jones is an average woman struggling against expectations. As a New Year's resolution, Bridget decides to take control of her life, starting by keeping a diary in which she will always tell the complete truth. Her charming boss takes an interest in her, and she cannot stop running into a rather disagreeable acquaintance whom Bridget cannot help finding quietly attractive.

Cast

Renée Zellwegeras Bridget Jones
Colin Firthas Mark Darcy
Hugh Grantas Daniel Cleaver
Jim Broadbentas Bridget's Dad
Gemma Jonesas Bridget's Mum
James Callisas Tom
Sally Phillipsas Shazza
Shirley Hendersonas Jude
Embeth Davidtzas Natasha
Lisa Barbusciaas Lara
Celia Imrieas Una Alconbury
James Faulkneras Uncle Geoffrey
Charmian Mayas Mrs. Darcy
Paul Brookeas Mr. Fitzherbert

Facts

Release dateApril 13, 2001
Runtime97 min (1h 37m) — shorter as the 2001 average of 111 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$25,000,000
Box office$281,929,795 (11.3× budget)
IMDbtt0243155

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Questions

How long is Bridget Jones's Diary?
Bridget Jones's Diary runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Is Bridget Jones's Diary worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 5,609 votes, which places it #63 of 148 films released in 2001 in this index (top 58%) and #1193 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Bridget Jones's Diary?
Bridget Jones's Diary was directed by Sharon Maguire. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Voicemails for Isabelle (2026), Godmothered (2020), Bridget Jones's Baby (2016).
Who stars in Bridget Jones's Diary?
Renée Zellweger as Bridget Jones; Colin Firth as Mark Darcy; Hugh Grant as Daniel Cleaver; Jim Broadbent as Bridget's Dad; Gemma Jones as Bridget's Mum; James Callis as Tom.
What is Bridget Jones's Diary rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Bridget Jones's Diary?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/2702.

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