The Importance of Being Earnest

Rating: 7.2
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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.

Revenue:
$N/A

Date Released:
06/02/1952

Cast


7640

Michael Redgrave

Ernest Worthing

85934

Michael Denison

Algernon Moncrieff

45465

Edith Evans

Lady Bracknell

45466

Joan Greenwood

Gwendolen Fairfax

38998

Dorothy Tutin

Cecily Cardew

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