The Importance of Being Earnest
They don't come any wilder than Oscar Wilde's classic comedy of manners, morals and morality!
Two young gentlemen living in 1890s England use the same pseudonym ('Ernest') on the sly, which is fine until they both fall in love with women using that name, which leads to a comedy of mistaken identities.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Importance of Being Earnest
- Genres: Comedy
- Release Date: 1952-06-02
- Runtime: 95 minutes
- Rating: 7.2/10 (112 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Javelin Films, British Film-Makers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.6033
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Michael Redgrave
as Ernest Worthing
Michael Denison
as Algernon Moncrieff
Edith Evans
as Lady Bracknell
Joan Greenwood
as Gwendolen Fairfax
Dorothy Tutin
as Cecily Cardew
Margaret Rutherford
as Miss Prism
Miles Malleson
as Canon Chasuble
Richard Wattis
as Seton
Walter Hudd
as Lane
Aubrey Mather
as Merriman
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Importance of Being Earnest?▼
The Importance of Being Earnest is a Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1952-06-02.
Who are the main actors in The Importance of Being Earnest?▼
The main cast includes Michael Redgrave, Michael Denison, Edith Evans, Joan Greenwood, Dorothy Tutin, .
Where can I watch The Importance of Being Earnest online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Importance of Being Earnest is available.
Is The Importance of Being Earnest based on a true story?▼
They don't come any wilder than Oscar Wilde's classic comedy of manners, morals and morality!
What is the IMDb rating of The Importance of Being Earnest?▼
The Importance of Being Earnest has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 112 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Importance of Being Earnest?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Importance of Being Earnest?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Javelin Films, British Film-Makers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Importance of Being Earnest filmed?▼
The Importance of Being Earnest was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Importance of Being Earnest?▼
The total runtime of The Importance of Being Earnest is 95 minutes.
Is The Importance of Being Earnest suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Importance of Being Earnest?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Importance of Being Earnest.
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