IMDb 6.8 2023 HD

Jules

Jules

2023
Comedy Drama Science Fiction
87 min PG-13 USA
7.179 / 10
6.8 IMDB

A flying saucer lands in the backyard of an elderly suburbanite with memory problems, who forms a bond with the scared alien inside.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director John Silvestri / Nick Notte / Nicole Kay Payson / Marc Turtletaub
Starring
Ben Kingsley / Harriet Sansom Harris / Jane Curtin / Jade Quon / Teddy Cañez / Narea Kang / Edward James Hyland / Blair Baker

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

heartwarming gentle charming poignant thoughtful understated touching curious quiet moving character-driven

Reviews

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Isabelle Moreau
Mar 19, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'Jules' offers a refreshing take on the alien encounter narrative, opting for intimacy over spectacle. At its core is a beautifully observed performance from Ben Kingsley, whose portrayal of an elderly man navigating memory loss finds an unlikely…

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Arthur Finch
Mar 19, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

The concept of 'Jules'—an elderly man bonding with an alien—holds considerable promise, and the film certainly has its moments of charm. Ben Kingsley leads the charge with his characteristic presence, though the material doesn't always allow him to…

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Genevieve Dubois
Mar 19, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

What a delightful surprise 'Jules' proves to be. It’s a film that understands the power of quietude and the profound impact of unexpected companionship. Ben Kingsley delivers a masterclass in understated performance, portraying a man whose vulnerabilities are…

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Marcus Bellweather
Mar 19, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'Jules' presents a premise ripe for whimsical exploration: an alien lands in the backyard of a forgetful old man. The film delivers on this with a largely understated approach, allowing the performances to shine. Ben Kingsley brings gravitas…

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Eleanor Vance
Mar 19, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

Ben Kingsley anchors 'Jules' with a performance of quiet dignity as a man whose fading memories find an unexpected companion. The film, directed with a gentle hand, sidesteps grandiosity for intimate connection, letting the bond between the elderly…

FAQs

While the director's name isn't specified in the provided context, the plot summary suggests a director who prioritises character development and emotional nuance. The landing of a flying saucer in a suburban backyard, combined with the focus on an elderly protagonist and a scared alien, implies a visual style that likely balances the extraordinary with the mundane. Look for subtle visual storytelling that enhances the film's heartfelt themes.