Bridget Jones's Diary
2001, English. Directed by Sharon Maguire.
All women keep score... Only the great ones put it in writing.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 5,698 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Bridget Jones's Diary is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Details
- Released
- 13 April 2001
- Country
- Ireland, United States of America, France, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Helen Fielding, Andrew Davies, Richard Curtis
- Budget
- $25M
- Box office
- $282M
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What Bridget Jones's Diary is based on
Bridget Jones's Diary is based on Bridget Jones's Diary, a 1996 novel by Helen Fielding, published by Picador.
Novel · 1996
Bridget Jones's Diary
By Helen Fielding
Published by Picador
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Bridget Jones's Diary: quick answers
What comes after Bridget Jones's Diary?
Next in the series: Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004), Bridget Jones's Baby (2016), and Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (2025).
Is Bridget Jones's Diary worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 5,698 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Bridget Jones's Diary?
Bridget Jones's Diary runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Bridget Jones's Diary have a post-credits scene?
Yes. Bridget Jones's Diary has a scene during the credits, so don’t leave early.
Bridget Jones's Diary parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Bridget Jones's Diary is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Bridget Jones's Diary on?
Bridget Jones's Diary is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Bridget Jones's Diary?
If you liked Bridget Jones's Diary, try Love & Sex, Seven Minutes in Heaven, Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.
Who directed Bridget Jones's Diary?
Bridget Jones's Diary (2001) was directed by Sharon Maguire and stars Renée Zellweger, Colin Firth, Hugh Grant.
What is Bridget Jones's Diary based on?
Bridget Jones's Diary is based on Bridget Jones's Diary, a 1996 novel by Helen Fielding, published by Picador.