The Importance of Being Earnest 1952

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.

Cast

Michael Redgrave

Michael Denison

Edith Evans

Joan Greenwood

Dorothy Tutin

Margaret Rutherford

Miles Malleson

Richard Wattis

Walter Hudd

Aubrey Mather

Ivor Barnard