Being Julia
Julia Lambert is a true diva: beautiful, talented, weathly and famous. She has it all - including a devoted husband who has mastermined her brilliant career - but after years of shining in the spotlight she begins to suffer from a severe case of boredom and longs for something new and exciting to put the twinkle back in her eye. Julia finds exactly what she's looking for in a handsome young American fan, but it isn't long before the novelty fling adds a few more sparks than she was hoping for. Fortuately for her, this surprise twist in the plot will thrust her back into the greatest role of her life.
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Frequently asked questions about Being Julia
Where can I watch Being Julia in the United States?
Being Julia is available to stream on The Roku Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Being Julia for free?
Being Julia streams free with ads in the United States on The Roku Channel. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Being Julia?
Being Julia scores 6.4 on The Movie Database, 7.0 on IMDb, 74% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 73 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Being Julia?
Being Julia stars Annette Bening, Jeremy Irons, Miriam Margolyes, Bruce Greenwood, and Michael Gambon. István Szabó is the director.
How long is Being Julia?
Being Julia runs 1h 44m (104 minutes).
When did Being Julia come out?
Being Julia was released on September 3, 2004.
Which studio made Being Julia?
Being Julia was produced by Serendipity Point Films, First Choice Films, and Hogarth Productions in Canada and the United Kingdom.
What was the budget for Being Julia?
Being Julia was made on a budget of $18,000,000.
How much did Being Julia make at the box office?
Being Julia grossed $14,300,000 worldwide, against a budget of $18,000,000.
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