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Being Julia

2004, English. Directed by István Szabó.

Passion. Obsession. Revenge. Prepare for the performance of a lifetime.

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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Runtime
1h 44m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
R

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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.4/10 from 125 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Being Julia is streaming on Howdy in India.

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Released
3 September 2004
Country
Canada, United Kingdom
Written by
W. Somerset Maugham, Ronald Harwood
Budget
$18M
Box office
$14M
london, englandchannel islandsolder woman younger man relationship1930sstage actress

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Is Being Julia worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 125 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Being Julia?

Being Julia runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).

Does Being Julia have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Being Julia. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Being Julia parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Being Julia is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Being Julia on?

Being Julia is streaming on Howdy in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)

What movies are like Being Julia?

If you liked Being Julia, try Café Society, He Said, She Said, Peace, Love & Misunderstanding.

Who directed Being Julia?

Being Julia (2004) was directed by István Szabó and stars Annette Bening, Jeremy Irons, Miriam Margolyes.

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