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The Importance of Being Earnest 2002

“Everybody Loves Ernest... But Nobody's Quite Sure Who He Really Is.”

★ TMDB users: 6.8/10 PG ComedyDramaHistoryRomance Released
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What is The Importance of Being Earnest?

The Importance of Being Earnest is a film first released in 2002. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama, History, Romance.

Type
Film
Year
2002
Status
Released
Runtime
97 minutes
Release date
May 17, 2002
Studios
Ealing Studios, Miramax, Fragile Films
Genres
Comedy, Drama, History, Romance
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
Episode runtime
~97 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Ealing Studios, Miramax, Fragile Films

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The Importance of Being Earnest is a film first released in 2002. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama, History, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Ealing Studios, Miramax, Fragile Films. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Two gentlemen use the same pseudonym in 1890s England, leading to a comedy of mistaken identities.”

Reasons to watch
  • Features a notable cast including Colin Firth, Rupert Everett, and Judi Dench.
  • Brings a historical comedy of mistaken identities to the screen.
Keep in mind
  • Runtime is limited to one hour and thirty-seven minutes.
  • Relies on premise-driven romantic complications.

Watch it if you enjoy historical romantic comedies about mistaken identities.

The film carries a PG rating and blends comedy, drama, and romance.

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When was the film released in the US?

The film was released on 05/17/2002 in the US.

What genres does the film fall under?

The film encompasses comedy, drama, history, and romance.

Who are some of the lead actors in the film?

Lead roles are played by Colin Firth, Rupert Everett, Frances O'Connor, Reese Witherspoon, and Judi Dench.

What is the runtime of the film?

The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes.

What is the central premise of the story?

Two young gentlemen in 1890s England use the same pseudonym on the sly and fall in love with women using that name.

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