An Ideal Husband

Witty drawing-room sparring over blackmail and reputation, delivered with theatrical poise and a steady, talky charm.

Directed by

Rudolph Cartier

Starring

Keith Michell, Margaret Leighton, Jeremy Brett

Overview

Set during the London season of 1895, An Ideal Husband is a dazzling blend of farce and morality that explores human frailty and social hypocrisy Sir Robert Chilterns secret is discovered and exposed. He is accused of having exploited government secrets for his own gain early in his political career. With this revelation from Mrs. Cheveley comes the threat of blackmail and the ruin of Sir Robert's career. Yet in order to be a successful blackmailer, one's own reputation must be beyond reproach.

How it feels

Satirical, whimsical, tense and romantic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Corruption, power, deception, morality

Content

Mild sexual content. No violence, gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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