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The Nanny Diaries (2007)

“A comedy about life at the top, as seen from the bottom.”

6.4/10 · 1,251 votes 1h 45m pg-13 ComedyRomanceDrama

#126 of 208 films from 2007 #1691 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Shari Springer Berman, Robert Pulcini · Written by Shari Springer Berman, Robert Pulcini, Emma McLaughlin, Nicola Kraus

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Overview

A college graduate goes to work as a nanny for a rich New York family. Ensconced in their home, she has to juggle their dysfunction, a new romance, and the spoiled brat in her charge.

Cast

Scarlett Johanssonas Annie Braddock
Laura Linneyas Mrs. X
Alicia Keysas Lynette
Chris Evansas Hayden “Harvard Hottie”
Donna Murphyas Judy Braddock
Nicholas Artas Grayer
Judith Robertsas Milicent
Julie Whiteas Jane Gould
Paul Giamattias Mr. X
John Henry Coxas Dean
Lewis Payton, Jr.as Bike Messenger
Sonnie Brownas Human Resources Director
Georgina Chapmanas TriBeCa Fashionista
Jodi Michelle Pynnas Screeching Lady

Facts

Release dateAugust 24, 2007
Runtime105 min (1h 45m) — about the same as the 2007 average of 105 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$20,000,000
Box office$47,817,020 (2.4× budget)
IMDbtt0489237

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Questions

How long is The Nanny Diaries?
The Nanny Diaries runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Is The Nanny Diaries worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.4/10 across 1,251 votes, which places it #126 of 208 films released in 2007 in this index (top 40%) and #1691 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Nanny Diaries?
The Nanny Diaries was directed by Shari Springer Berman, Robert Pulcini. Other well-rated titles by the same director: American Splendor (2003), Things Heard & Seen (2021).
Who stars in The Nanny Diaries?
Scarlett Johansson as Annie Braddock; Laura Linney as Mrs. X; Alicia Keys as Lynette; Chris Evans as Hayden “Harvard Hottie”; Donna Murphy as Judy Braddock; Nicholas Art as Grayer.
What is The Nanny Diaries rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Nanny Diaries?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9508.

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