Fools
As of April 28, 2026, Fools is a feature film that has completed production. The production companies attached are UTA Independent Film Group, Altitude Film Sales and Paperepic. Attached are director Guy Jenkins and producer Ryan Bennett. Cast includes Brenda Blethyn, Jim Broadbent, Patsy Ferran and 1 other. It was scheduled to start shooting in London, England in June 2024. Production List last updated this listing on April 28, 2026.
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Project Summary
In "Fool," a historic comedy set in 16th century England after Henry VIII's death, Queen Mary I forms an unlikely friendship with her court jester, Jane Foole. As Cardinal Pole schemes for control, Mary finds solace in Jane's humor, which helps navigate the country's turmoil. Can Jane's comedy prevent civil war?
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Cast & Crew
Directing
| Director | Guy Jenkins |
Production
| Producer | Ryan Bennett |
Writing
| Writer | Guy Jenkins |
Cast
| Cast | Brenda Blethyn |
| Cast | Jim Broadbent |
| Cast | Patsy Ferran |
| Cast | Karen Gillan |
Contact details for each person listed are on file and available to members.
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Source: Production List, published by the Film & Television Industry Alliance. Cite this page as https://www.productionlist.com/production/fools (last updated Apr 28, 2026).