National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest (12A)

Sunday 23 Feb

Film Details

Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy.


While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate.


Max Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London. 

Director: Max Webster

Cast: Sharon D Clarke, Ncuti Gatwa

Certificate: 12A

Running Time: 180 minutes

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Sunday 23 Feb

Book 18:00

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