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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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The Importance of Being Earnest
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Cast
love triangle
marriage
mistaken identity
etiquette
based on play or musical
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Questions about The Importance of Being Earnest
How long is The Importance of Being Earnest?
The Importance of Being Earnest has a runtime of 1h 35m (1 hour and 35 minutes).
Who directed The Importance of Being Earnest?
The Importance of Being Earnest was directed by Anthony Asquith and released in 1952.
What genre is The Importance of Being Earnest?
The Importance of Being Earnest is a Comedy film (1952).
Who stars in The Importance of Being Earnest?
The cast of The Importance of Being Earnest includes Michael Redgrave, Michael Denison, Edith Evans, Joan Greenwood, Dorothy Tutin.
What is the TMDB rating for The Importance of Being Earnest?
The Importance of Being Earnest has a TMDB rating of 7.2/10 based on 124 votes.
