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Confessions of a Shopaholic (2009): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Confessions of a Shopaholic is a 2009 romantic comedy directed by P.J. Hogan, starring Isla Fisher, Hugh Dancy and Krysten Ritter. It is partly based on Confessions of a Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella. It runs 1 hour 44 minutes and earned $108.4 million worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Outstanding Achievement in Casting - Big Budget Feature - Comedy at the Artios Awards 2009. Critics gave it 26% on Rotten Tomatoes and 38 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
26%
worldwide gross
$108.4M
award nomination
1
Metascore
38
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Confessions of a Shopaholic (2009) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 44m (104 min)
Director
P.J. Hogan
Genres
Comedy , Romance
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is Confessions of a Shopaholic About?

The premise of Confessions of a Shopaholic without spoilers, adapted from Confessions of a Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

In the vibrant setting of New York City, Rebecca Bloomwood struggles with an uncontrollable shopping habit that threatens to derail her life. Landing a job as a financial advice columnist seems like a dream come true, but Rebecca must confront the consequences of her excessive spending. As she tries to reconcile her past with her aspirations, she finds herself in a hilarious and relatable series of mishaps and comedic situations.

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Cast & crew

Confessions of a Shopaholic Cast

Isla Fisher leads the cast, with Hugh Dancy and Krysten Ritter. Directed by P.J. Hogan.

From the director

More from P.J. Hogan

More films directed by P.J. Hogan, best-rated first: Peter Pan, Muriel's Wedding, My Best Friend's Wedding and Mental.

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Ratings

Confessions of a Shopaholic Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Confessions of a Shopaholic 26% on Rotten Tomatoes and 38 on Metacritic.

Plot

Confessions of a Shopaholic Plot Summary

What happens in Confessions of a Shopaholic from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the bustling metropolis of New York, Rebecca Bloomwood (Isla Fisher) finds herself caught in a web of contradictions. By day, she grinds away as a journalist at a gardening magazine, yet her true passion lies in the glamorous world of fashion, where she dreams of writing for the prestigious Alette. On her way to a crucial interview at Alette, she becomes entranced by a striking green scarf that seems to call out to her. However, when her credit card fails her, she concocts a story about gifting the scarf to her ailing aunt just to get her hands on it.

Full summary

The whole story of Confessions of a Shopaholic, scene by scene

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Box office

Confessions of a Shopaholic Box Office

Confessions of a Shopaholic grossed $108.4 million worldwide. $44.3 million came from the US and Canada and $64.1 million (59%) from the rest of the world.

2009 box office

Worldwide gross

$108.4M

US & Canada
$44.3M
International
$64.1M
US & Canada 41% Rest of the world 59%
Awards

Confessions of a Shopaholic Awards & Nominations

Confessions of a Shopaholic earned 1 award nomination, including Outstanding Achievement in Casting - Big Budget Feature - Comedy at the Artios Awards 2009.

1 nomination1 ceremony

    • Nominated Outstanding Achievement in Casting - Big Budget Feature - Comedy
Videos

Confessions of a Shopaholic Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Confessions of a Shopaholic.

Confessions of a Shopaholic (HD Trailer)
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Confessions of a Shopaholic?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in Confessions of a Shopaholic

18 cars on screen, including the 2002 Ford Crown Victoria and the 1977 Holiday Rambler Imperial.

All 18 cars
  • 2002 Ford Crown Victoria in Confessions of a Shopaholic 2002 Ford Crown Victoria Minor role
  • 1977 Holiday Rambler Imperial in Confessions of a Shopaholic 1977 Holiday Rambler Imperial Minor role
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 550 V221 in Confessions of a Shopaholic 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 550 V221 Minor role
  • 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud I in Confessions of a Shopaholic 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud I Minor role
Details

Confessions of a Shopaholic Also Known As

36 alternative titles, including “Confessions d'une accro du shopping” and “Himoshoppaajan Salaiset Unelmat”.

Also known as
  • Confessions d'une accro du shopping
  • Himoshoppaajan Salaiset Unelmat
  • Os Delírios de Consumo de Becky Bloom
  • Confesiones de una compradora compulsiva
  • 購物狂的異想世界
  • 绿丝巾女孩
  • Loca por las Compras
  • 쇼퍼홀릭
  • Louca por Compras
  • Bir Alışverişkoliğin İtirafları
  • Тайните на Беки Б
  • 一个购物狂的自白
+24 more
  • Eterafate Yek Motade Be Kharid
  • Vidouyim shel shopaholic
  • お買いもの中毒な私
  • Shopaholic - Die Schnäppchenjägerin
  • I Love Shopping
  • Шопоголик
  • Egy boltkóros naplója
  • En Shopaholics bekännelser
  • Исповести купохоличарке
  • Báječný svět shopaholiků
  • Wyznania zakupoholiczki
  • Ψωνίζω, άρα Υπάρχω
  • וידויים של שופהוליק
  • Confesiunile unei obsedate de cumpărături
  • Зізнання шопоголіка
  • Тайните на Беки Б.
  • Spoveď nákupnej maniačky
  • Šopaholiķes atzīšanās
  • Parduotuvių maniakės išpažintis
  • 潮拜購物狂
  • お買いもの中毒な私!
  • Tự Thú Của Một Tín Đồ Shopping
  • เสน่ห์รักสาวนักช้อป
  • Strastna zapravljivka

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FAQ

Confessions of a Shopaholic FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and awards of Confessions of a Shopaholic, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Confessions of a Shopaholic?

Confessions of a Shopaholic runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

When was Confessions of a Shopaholic released?

Confessions of a Shopaholic was released on February 6, 2009.

Who directed Confessions of a Shopaholic?

Confessions of a Shopaholic was directed by P.J. Hogan.

More films by P.J. Hogan

Who is in the cast of Confessions of a Shopaholic?

Confessions of a Shopaholic stars Isla Fisher, Hugh Dancy and Krysten Ritter.

How much did Confessions of a Shopaholic make at the box office?

Confessions of a Shopaholic grossed $108.4 million worldwide ($44.3 million domestic, $64.1 million international).

How is Confessions of a Shopaholic rated?

Confessions of a Shopaholic has 26% on Rotten Tomatoes, 38 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.

Is Confessions of a Shopaholic based on a book?

Yes. Confessions of a Shopaholic is partly adapted from Confessions of a Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella.

Was Confessions of a Shopaholic nominated for any awards?

Confessions of a Shopaholic received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.

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