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The Importance of Being Earnest (1952)

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

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Michael RedgraveMichael RedgraveErnest Worthing
  • Photo of Michael DenisonMichael DenisonAlgernon Moncrieff
  • Photo of Edith EvansEdith EvansLady Bracknell
  • Photo of Joan GreenwoodJoan GreenwoodGwendolen Fairfax
  • Photo of Dorothy TutinDorothy TutinCecily Cardew
  • Photo of Margaret RutherfordMargaret RutherfordMiss Prism
  • Photo of Miles MallesonMiles MallesonCanon Chasuble
  • Photo of Richard WattisRichard WattisSeton
  • Photo of Walter HuddWalter HuddLane
  • Photo of Aubrey MatherAubrey MatherMerriman

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