Wilde(1997)
“Loved for being unique. Hated for being different.”
Overview
Oscar Wilde is a married playwright who has occasionally indulged his weakness for male suitors. After much toil, Wilde debuts 'The Importance of Being Earnest' in London, and a chat at the theatre with Lord Alfred 'Bosie' Douglas leads to a full-fledged romance. However, this affair leads to a legal dispute with Lord Alfred's oppressive father, the Marquess of Queensberry, and, given the local anti-gay laws, Wilde is jailed. Wilde's vast intellect helps him survive until he regains his freedom.
Director
Brian Gilbert
Studio
Dove International
Budget
$10M
Revenue
$2M
Cast
Stephen Fry
as Oscar Wilde
Jude Law
as Lord Alfred 'Bosie' Douglas
Vanessa Redgrave
as Lady Speranza Wilde
Jennifer Ehle
as Constance Lloyd Wilde
Gemma Jones
as Lady Queensberry
Judy Parfitt
as Lady Mount-Temple
Michael Sheen
as Robbie Ross
Zoë Wanamaker
as Ada Leverson 'Sphinx'
Tom Wilkinson
as Marquess of Queensberry
Ioan Gruffudd
as John Gray
Orlando Bloom
as Rent Boy
James D'Arcy
as First Friend
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1997
Runtime
1h 58m
Language
English
Rating
6.6 / 10
Budget
$10M
Box Office
$2M
Production Companies
Dove International • Pandora Film • BBC Film
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Where can I watch Wilde?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Wilde (1997).
What is Wilde about?▼
Oscar Wilde is a married playwright who has occasionally indulged his weakness for male suitors. After much toil, Wilde debuts 'The Importance of Being Earnest' in London, and a chat at the theatre with Lord Alfred 'Bosie' Douglas leads to a full-fledged romance. However, this affair leads to a legal dispute with Lord Alfred's oppressive father, the Marquess of Queensberry, and, given the local anti-gay laws, Wilde is jailed. Wilde's vast intellect helps him survive until he regains his freedom.
Who directed Wilde?▼
Wilde was directed by Brian Gilbert and released in 1997. It is a drama, history film.
How long is Wilde?▼
Wilde has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).
Who stars in Wilde?▼
The cast of Wilde includes Stephen Fry as Oscar Wilde, Jude Law as Lord Alfred 'Bosie' Douglas, Vanessa Redgrave as Lady Speranza Wilde, Jennifer Ehle as Constance Lloyd Wilde, Gemma Jones as Lady Queensberry and more.
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