Stranger than Fiction (2006 film)

Stranger than Fiction
Theatrical release poster
Directed by	Marc Forster
Written by	Zach Helm
Produced by	Lindsay Doran
Starring	Will Ferrell Maggie Gyllenhaal Dustin Hoffman Queen Latifah Emma Thompson
Cinematography	Roberto Schaefer
Edited by	Matt Chesse
Music by	Britt Daniel Brian Reitzell
Production companies	Columbia Pictures Mandate Pictures Three Strange Angels
Distributed by	Sony Pictures Releasing
Release date	November 10, 2006 (2006-11-10)
Running time	114 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English
Budget	$30 million[1]
Box office	$53.7 million[1]

Stranger than Fiction is a 2006 American fantasy comedy drama film directed by Marc Forster, produced by Lindsay Doran and written by Zach Helm. The film stars Will Ferrell, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Dustin Hoffman, Queen Latifah and Emma Thompson. The main plot follows Harold Crick (Ferrell), an IRS agent who begins hearing a disembodied voice narrating his life as it happens – seemingly the text of a novel in which it is stated that he, the main character, will soon die – and he frantically seeks to somehow prevent his death.

The film was shot on location in Chicago, and has been praised for its innovative, intelligent story and fine performances. Ferrell, who came to prominence playing brash comedic parts, garnered particular attention for offering a restrained performance in his first starring dramatic role.

Stranger than Fiction was released by Columbia Pictures November 10, 2006. On release, the film received positive reviews mainly for its themes, humor and performances.