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Dear Phoebe
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Dear Phoebe (1955)

7

Dear Phoebe is an American sitcom that aired on NBC from September 1954 to April 1955. The series stars Peter Lawford, and was created and produced by Alex Gottlieb.

Dan in Real Life
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Dan in Real Life(2007)

6.8
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PG_13
98Minutes

Dan, a widower and advice columnist, falls in love with Marie. However, he later finds out that Marie is his brother's girlfriend. Despite the complications, Dan and Marie navigate through forbidden love and humorous situations, realizing their true feelings for each other. As Dan reconciles with his family and prioritizes his relationships, he decides to pursue Marie and they find their happily ever after.

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Agony
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Agony (1981)

7.2

Agony is a British sitcom that aired on ITV from 1979 to 1981. It starred Maureen Lipman as a successful agony aunt but whose own personal life and marriage is a disaster. It was written by Len Richmond, Anna Raeburn, Stan Hey and Andrew Nickolds. It was made for the ITV network by LWT. Although a comedy, Agony sometimes dealt with issues that were seen as taboo at the time such as drug use, racism, abortion, interracial relationships, and swinging, and was the first British sitcom to portray a gay couple as non-camp, witty, intelligent and happy people. It also openly mocked the government, the ruling classes, and religion, and occasionally contained dark and dramatic storylines.

Tiny Beautiful Things
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Tiny Beautiful Things (2023)

7.1
TV_MA

Follows a woman who reluctantly becomes Dear Sugar; an anonymous and revered advice columnist, even when her own life is falling apart.

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Lying to Be Perfect
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Lying to Be Perfect(2010)

5.8
89Minutes
Agony Again
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Agony Again (1995)

7.3

Agony Again is a British sitcom that aired on BBC1 in 1995. Starring Maureen Lipman, it is the sequel to Agony, an ITV sitcom that aired from 1979 to 1981. Agony Again was written by Carl Gorham, Michael Hatt and Amanda Swift.

Breaking Up in Rome
Movie

Breaking Up in Rome(2021)

6.5
116Minutes

Zoe and Tommaso have been living together for far too long. Tommaso is a broke writer who secretly works for a column dedicated to broken hearts. One day, he receives a letter from a reader named Zoe who wants to separate from her partner.

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No Surrender
Movie

No Surrender(2011)

4.9
90Minutes

Amelia's blog empowering women not to tolerate violent relationships has brought her fame, fortune and now someone is out to kill her. Is it the new man in her life, her now paroled ex who inspired the blog, or a deranged fan? Just as she has put the pieces of her life back together, Amelia must figure out who is behind the bizarre string of attacks and stop them before her own life comes to an ironic and violent end.

Dear Viola
Movie

Dear Viola(2014)

6.2
NR
87Minutes

After the death of his wife, a grieving widower named Greg starts writing an advice column for the local newspaper under the pseudonym Viola. Through his letters, Greg helps others while dealing with his own grief. One day, Greg receives an anonymous letter from Claire, a single mother who needs advice on how to navigate a new relationship. As Greg and Claire continue exchanging letters, they develop a deep connection. Greg must find the courage to reveal his true identity and take a chance on love once again.

Take My Advice:  The Ann and Abby Story
Movie

Take My Advice: The Ann and Abby Story(1999)

5.6
NR
90Minutes

Biography of feuding advice columnist twins, Ann Landers and Abby Van Buren, starts with their early lives in Sioux City, Iowa when they were known as Esther and Pauline through their double wedding and follows them into their columnist successes. However, much of the film also concentrates on their personal and professional feuds that ran the course of their lives. Written by John Sacksteder

The House Across the Street
Movie

The House Across the Street(1949)

6
69Minutes
The Power of the Press
Movie

The Power of the Press(1928)

6.4
62Minutes

The naive newspaper cub Clem lands a scoop when he's sent out to cover a murder. In his enthusiasm he writes that the main suspect is Jane. When she confronts Clem, she convinces him to help her prove her innocence.

Home Delivery
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Home Delivery(2005)

3.4
151Minutes

Home Delivery is a romantic comedy movie about a pizza delivery boy named Sunny and a newspaper editor named Jenny. Sunny is in love with her and tries to impress her with his writing skills. However, he is suffering from writer's block and seeks advice from an advice columnist. Meanwhile, Jenny's apartment is under threat from a serial killer, and Sunny must save her and win her heart.

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Discover a collection of movies and TV series that revolve around the captivating theme of advice columnists. Delve into the intriguing world of individuals who dispense wisdom, solve problems, and provide guidance through their captivating columns. Explore the journey of these charismatic characters as they navigate personal dilemmas while helping others find their way. Whether you're seeking heartfelt stories, witty dialogues, or captivating plots, these recommendations are sure to keep you entertained.

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