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title: "These Foolish Things"
year: 2006
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/these-foolish-things-2006"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 56193
imdb_id: "tt0439848"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 107
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 22
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# These Foolish Things (2006) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/these-foolish-things-2006

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: These Foolish Things
Year: 2006
Release Date (US): 11/11/2007
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, British romantic drama
Runtime: 1h 47m
Director: Julia Taylor-Stanley
Cast: Zoë Tapper, David Leon, Lauren Bacall, Anjelica Huston, Terence Stamp, Andrew Lincoln, Eve Myles, Jamie Glover, Julia McKenzie.
Plot/Synopsis: The world's on the brink of World War II, but a young actress is caught in a sentimental contest between a playwright and a director.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline):
        These Foolish Things is a 2006 British romantic drama film. It was directed by Julia Taylor-Stanley. The film features a cast that includes Zoë Tapper, David Leon, Lauren Bacall, Anjelica Huston, Terence Stamp, Andrew Lincoln, Eve Myles, Jamie Glover, and Julia McKenzie

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Julia Taylor-Stanley
- **Networks / Studios**: Micro Fusion 2004-4

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Anjelica Huston** as *Lottie Osgood*
- **Zoë Tapper** as *Diana Shaw*
- **Andrew Lincoln** as *Christopher Lovell*
- **David Leon** as *Robin Gardner*
- **Terence Stamp** as *Baker*
- **Lauren Bacall** as *Dame Lydia*
- **Mark Umbers** as *Douglas Middleton*
- **Leo Bill** as *Garstin*
- **Joss Ackland** as *Albert*
- **Eve Myles** as *Dolly Nightingale*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch These Foolish Things online?
These Foolish Things is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Xumo Play. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is These Foolish Things worth watching?
These Foolish Things holds a community rating of 5.8/10 based on 22 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie These Foolish Things and when was it released?
These Foolish Things is a feature film with a runtime of 107 minutes. It was released in 2006. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed These Foolish Things?
These Foolish Things was directed by Julia Taylor-Stanley.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [These Foolish Things — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/56193)
- [These Foolish Things (2006) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0439848/fullcredits/)
- [These Foolish Things (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/These_Foolish_Things_(film))
- [These Foolish Things (2006) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/56193-these-foolish-things/cast)

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