The Importance of Being Earnest

The Importance of Being Earnest

"They don't come any wilder than Oscar Wilde's classic comedy of manners, morals and morality!"

7.2/101h 35m1952
The Importance of Being Earnest

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.

Genres

Comedy

Production Companies

Javelin Films
British Film-Makers
J. Arthur Rank Organisation

Additional Information

Original Title:The Importance of Being Earnest
Original Language:English
Status:Released
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