An Ideal Husband (1969)
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.
Director: Rudolph Cartier
Runtime: 82 min
Release Date: May 11, 1969
Cast
- Keith Michell - Sir Robert Chiltern
- Margaret Leighton - Mrs Cheveley
- Jeremy Brett - Arthur, Viscount Goring
- Dinah Sheridan - Lady Chiltern
- Susan Hampshire - Mabel Chiltern
- Charles Carson - The Earl of Caversham
Screenplay
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Rudolph Cartier
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is An Ideal Husband about?
- 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.
- Who directed An Ideal Husband?
- An Ideal Husband was directed by Rudolph Cartier.
- Who stars in An Ideal Husband?
- An Ideal Husband stars Keith Michell, Margaret Leighton, Jeremy Brett, Dinah Sheridan, Susan Hampshire, Charles Carson.
- How long is An Ideal Husband?
- An Ideal Husband has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
- Where was An Ideal Husband produced?
- An Ideal Husband was produced in United Kingdom.