The Importance of Being Earnest
1952 • 1h 35m
72%
“They don't come any wilder than Oscar Wilde's classic comedy of manners, morals and morality!”
Overview
Algernon Moncrieff is surprised to discover that his affluent friend -- whom he knows as "Ernest" -- is actually named Jack Worthing. Jack fabricated his alter ego in order to escape his country estate where he takes care of his charge, Cecily Cardew. Cecily believes that Ernest is Jack's wayward brother and is keen on his raffish lifestyle. Algernon, seeing an opportunity, assumes Ernest's identity and sneaks off to woo Cecily.
Comedy
Release Date
6/2/1952
Status
Released
Original Title
The Importance of Being Earnest
Runtime
1h 35m
Budget
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Language
EN
Production Companies
Javelin Films
British Film-Makers
J. Arthur Rank Organisation
