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Cast of Bridget Jones Diary

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Renée Zellweger stars as Bridget Jones, alongside Colin Firth as Mark Darcy and Hugh Grant as Daniel Cleaver in this romantic comedy.

  • Universal Pictures
  • 2001
  • Film
  • 11 cast

Main cast

  • Bridget JonesRenée ZellwegerMain
  • Mark DarcyColin FirthMain
  • Daniel CleaverHugh GrantMain

Supporting cast

  • Mr. JonesJim BroadbentSupp
  • Mrs. JonesGemma JonesSupp
  • Una AlconburyCelia ImrieSupp
  • Uncle GeoffreyJames FaulknerSupp
  • Sharon ‘Shazzer’Sally PhillipsSupp
  • JudeShirley HendersonSupp
  • TomJames CallisSupp

Guest & voice

  • PerpetuaSian ThomasGuest

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About this cast

Bridget Jones’s Diary follows the chaotic life of single Londoner Bridget Jones. Renée Zellweger leads as the titular character, with Colin Firth and Hugh Grant playing the two love interests, Mark Darcy and Daniel Cleaver.

FAQs

Who plays Bridget Jones in Bridget Jones’s Diary?

Renée Zellweger plays Bridget Jones.

Who plays Mark Darcy?

Colin Firth plays Mark Darcy.

Who plays Daniel Cleaver?

Hugh Grant plays Daniel Cleaver.

What year was Bridget Jones’s Diary released?

The film was released in 2001.

Is Bridget Jones’s Diary based on a book?

Yes, it is based on Helen Fielding’s 1996 novel of the same name.

Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026

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