From Time to Time is a 2009 British fantasy drama film directed by Julian Fellowes. It was adapted from Lucy M. Boston's children's novel The Chimneys of Green Knowe (1958). The film was shot in Athelhampton Hall, Dorset. Jacob is a runaway slave who is brought to England by Captain Thomas Oldknow early in the 19th century. Jacob is around 10 years of age and becomes a companion for Thomas' daughter.