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5.5 / 10(107 votes)IMDbR20001h 44mUnited Kingdom

Maybe Baby

“It's a matter of life and sex.”

Synopsis

Sam and Lucie Bell are a married couple who seem to have it all: good looks, successful careers, matching motorbikes, and an enthusiastic love life. The only thing they lack is the one thing they want more—a baby.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Hugh Laurie - Maybe Baby (2000)

Type: Trailer • Published 2007-05-24

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

August 17, 2000

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Ben Elton
Screenplay & Story
Ben Elton
Original Score
Colin Towns
Original Title
Maybe Baby
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 44m
Production Studios
BBC Film, Pandora Cinema

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ben Elton

Screenplay & Story

Ben Elton

Original Score & Music

Colin Towns

Director of Photography

Roger Lanser

Film Editing

Peter Hollywood

Producers

Ernst Goldschmidt, David M. Thompson, Lucy Ansbro, Phil McIntyre

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Ben Elton

Department Leadership Roster

Ben Elton

Ben Elton

Director

Ben Elton

Ben Elton

Screenplay

Anna B. Sheppard

Anna B. Sheppard

Costume Design

Lucy Ansbro

Producer

Roger Lanser

Director of Photography

Phil McIntyre

Producer

Peter Hollywood

Editor

Jim Clay

Production Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Maybe Baby.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Maybe Baby

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Maybe Baby about?

Sam and Lucie Bell are a married couple who seem to have it all: good looks, successful careers, matching motorbikes, and an enthusiastic love life. The only thing they lack is the one thing they want more—a baby.

Who directed Maybe Baby?

Maybe Baby was directed by Ben Elton.

Who stars in Maybe Baby?

The principal cast of Maybe Baby includes Hugh Laurie, Joely Richardson, Adrian Lester, Matthew Macfadyen, Yasmin Bannerman.

When was Maybe Baby released and how long is it?

Maybe Baby was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.

Who composed the musical score for Maybe Baby?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Maybe Baby was composed by Colin Towns.

Is Maybe Baby based on a book or true story?

Maybe Baby is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ben Elton".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Maybe Baby?

Maybe Baby holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).