Fools
Synopsis
In 1553, England’s first Queen, Mary I, takes the throne. The country is on the brink of chaos, and ambitious Cardinal Pole plots to secure control. He has overlooked, however, a humble court jester, Jane Foole. The pious, and apparently humorless, Queen Mary finds relief in Foole's brilliant slapstick routines and the two women strike up an unlikely friendship.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Guy Jenkin
- Screenplay & Story
- Guy Jenkin
- Original Title
- Fools
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- PaperEpic Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Guy Jenkin
Guy Jenkin
Ryan Bennett
Department Leadership Roster
Ryan Bennett
Producer
Guy Jenkin
Director
Guy Jenkin
Writer
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What is Fools about?
In 1553, England’s first Queen, Mary I, takes the throne. The country is on the brink of chaos, and ambitious Cardinal Pole plots to secure control. He has overlooked, however, a humble court jester, Jane Foole. The pious, and apparently humorless, Queen Mary finds relief in Foole's brilliant slapstick routines and the two women strike up an unlikely friendship.
Who directed Fools?
Fools was directed by Guy Jenkin.
Who stars in Fools?
The principal cast of Fools includes Karen Gillan, Patsy Ferran, Jim Broadbent, Brenda Blethyn.
When was Fools released and how long is it?
Fools was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of Unknown.