The Importance of Being Earnest (1952)
They don't come any wilder than Oscar Wilde's classic comedy of manners, morals and morality!
Director: Anthony Asquith
|Writers: Anthony Asquith
|Stars: Michael Redgrave, Michael Denison, Edith Evans
Rating:
★ 7.2/10 (126 votes) · IMDb ↗
Genre:
Comedy
Duration:
1h 35m
Language:
EN
Release Date:
Dec 22, 1952
Country:
United Kingdom
Director:
Anthony Asquith
Storyline
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 |
|---|---|
| Release date | Dec 22, 1952 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on play or musical, mistaken identity, love triangle, marriage, etiquette |
| Official site | Visit ↗ |
FAQ
What is The Importance of Being Earnest about?
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.
When was The Importance of Being Earnest released?
The Importance of Being Earnest was released on Dec 22, 1952 (status: Released).
Who directed The Importance of Being Earnest?
Anthony Asquith directed The Importance of Being Earnest.
What is the TMDB rating of The Importance of Being Earnest?
The Importance of Being Earnest has a TMDB rating of 7.2/10 from 126 votes.