The Importance of Being Earnest

Name: The Importance of Being Earnest
Released: 1952-06-02
Rating: 7.2

7.2/10 (126)

·1952· 95 min

Director: Anthony Asquith

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

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.

Where to Watch

Criterion Channel

Trailer

Cast

Michael Redgrave

Ernest Worthing

Michael Denison

Algernon Moncrieff

Edith Evans

Lady Bracknell

Joan Greenwood

Gwendolen Fairfax

Dorothy Tutin

Cecily Cardew

Margaret Rutherford

Miss Prism

Miles Malleson

Canon Chasuble

Richard Wattis

Seton

Walter Hudd

Lane

Aubrey Mather

Merriman

Ivor Barnard

Conductor (Uncredited)

In brief

The Importance of Being Earnest (1952) is a comedy film. With an average rating of 7.2/10 from 126 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 35min. You can stream it on: Criterion Channel.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Importance of Being Earnest online?

The Importance of Being Earnest is available on the following streaming services: Criterion Channel. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.

How long is The Importance of Being Earnest?

The Importance of Being Earnest runs 95 minutes (1h 35min).

What rating does The Importance of Being Earnest have?

The Importance of Being Earnest has an average rating of 7.2/10 based on 126 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is The Importance of Being Earnest from?

The Importance of Being Earnest was released in 1952.