The Importance of Being Earnest
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.
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Where can I watch The Importance of Being Earnest in the United States?
The Importance of Being Earnest is available to stream on Criterion Channel, Darkroom, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Plex, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
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The Importance of Being Earnest streams free with ads in the United States on Darkroom, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Importance of Being Earnest?
The Importance of Being Earnest scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Importance of Being Earnest?
The Importance of Being Earnest stars Michael Redgrave, Michael Denison, Edith Evans, Joan Greenwood, and Dorothy Tutin. Anthony Asquith is the director.
How long is The Importance of Being Earnest?
The Importance of Being Earnest runs 1h 35m (95 minutes).
When did The Importance of Being Earnest come out?
The Importance of Being Earnest was released on June 2, 1952.
Which studio made The Importance of Being Earnest?
The Importance of Being Earnest was produced by Javelin Films, British Film-Makers, and J. Arthur Rank Organisation in the United Kingdom.
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