
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

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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