
The Fool
A costume drama / satire about financial skull-duggery, and confidence tricksters in both the upper and lower classes in Victorian London. A working class man impersonates a lord who is supposedly very rich and a financial wizard. As such he is invited to all the best peoples' parties.
Where to Watch
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Fool
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1990-12-07
- Runtime: 140 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (2 votes)
- Budget: $7,600,000
- Revenue: $79,139
- Production Companies: Sands Films, Film Four International, British Screen
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.1401
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Derek Jacobi
as Mr. Frederick / Sir John

Paul Brooke
as Lord Paramount

Julian Firth
as

John Tams
as

Ian Targett
as

Paddy Ward
as

Jo Warne
as

Chris Whittingham
as

Rory Murray
as Henry Ottaway

Corin Redgrave
as Sir Thomas Neathouse
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Fool?▼
The Fool is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1990-12-07.
Who are the main actors in The Fool?▼
The main cast includes Derek Jacobi, Paul Brooke, Julian Firth, John Tams, Ian Targett, .
Where can I watch The Fool online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Fool is available.
Is The Fool based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Fool?▼
The Fool has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 2 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Fool?▼
The movie had a production budget of $7,600,000 and earned $79,139 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Fool?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Sands Films, Film Four International, British Screen. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Fool filmed?▼
The Fool was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Fool?▼
The total runtime of The Fool is 140 minutes.
Is The Fool suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Fool?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Fool.
Does The Fool have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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