Movie Description

The Importance of Being Earnest

The Importance of Being Earnest

(1964)

Overview

TV adaptation of the Oscar Wilde play. Jack pretends to be his foolish younger brother, Ernest in order to be a model of moral rectitude to his young ward, Cecily. And he intends to propose to Gwendolyn--that is until he discovers that she loves him because his name is Ernest.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleThe Importance of Being Earnest

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1964-11-15

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 30m

Production CompaniesAssociated British Picture Corporation

Genres

  • Comedy
  • TV Movie