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National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest

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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.

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Starring

  • Ronke Adekoluejo
  • Julian Bleach
  • Richard Cant
  • Sharon D. Clarke

Runtime

3 hours and 2 minutes

Released

February 15, 2026

Rated

NR

Directed by

Max Webster