The Importance of Being Earnest
The Importance of Being Earnest

The Importance of Being Earnest (02/06/1952)

Synopsis

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.

Production

Javelin Films, British Film-Makers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation

Pays de production

United Kingdom

Genres

Comedy

Michael Redgrave

Michael Redgrave

Michael Denison

Michael Denison

Edith Evans

Edith Evans

Joan Greenwood

Joan Greenwood

Dorothy Tutin

Dorothy Tutin

Margaret Rutherford

Margaret Rutherford