Where to watch The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) in the UK
The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, and JustWatch TV or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Everybody Loves Ernest... But Nobody's Quite Sure Who He Really Is.
Two young gentlemen living in 1890s England use the same pseudonym ('Ernest') on the sly, which is fine until they both fall in love with women using that name, which leads to a comedy of mistaken identities.
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Top-billed cast in The Importance of Being Earnest.
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Rupert EverettAlgernon “Algy” Moncrieff -
Colin FirthJohn “Jack” Worthing -
Reese WitherspoonCecily Cardew -
Judi DenchLady Bracknell -
Tom WilkinsonDr. Chasuble -
Frances O'ConnorGwendolen Fairfax -
Anna MasseyMiss Laetitia Prism -
Edward FoxLane
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The Importance of Being Earnest — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Importance of Being Earnest for free in the UK?
The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to rent The Importance of Being Earnest?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, and JustWatch TV so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Importance of Being Earnest?
Yes. The Importance of Being Earnest can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
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The Importance of Being Earnest is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.
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