National Theatre Live: Present Laughter (2019)
As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.
Director: Matthew Warchus
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 160 min
Release Date: November 28, 2019
Cast
- Andrew Scott - Garry Essendine
- Sophie Thompson - Monica Reed
- Indira Varma - Liz Essendine
- Kitty Archer - Daphne Stillington
- Enzo Cilenti - Joe Lyppiatt
- Joshua Hill - Fred
- Abdul Salis - Morris Dixon
- Liza Sadovy - Miss Erikson/Lady Saltburn
- Luke Thallon - Roland Maule
- Suzie Toase - Helen Lyppiatt
Screenplay
- Noël Coward (Screenplay)
Production: National Theatre, The Old Vic
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
theater play, stage play, filmed theater, nt live
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is National Theatre Live: Present Laughter about?
- As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.
- Who directed National Theatre Live: Present Laughter?
- National Theatre Live: Present Laughter was directed by Matthew Warchus.
- Who stars in National Theatre Live: Present Laughter?
- National Theatre Live: Present Laughter stars Andrew Scott, Sophie Thompson, Indira Varma, Kitty Archer, Enzo Cilenti, Joshua Hill.
- How long is National Theatre Live: Present Laughter?
- National Theatre Live: Present Laughter has a runtime of 2h 40m (160 minutes).
- What genre is National Theatre Live: Present Laughter?
- National Theatre Live: Present Laughter is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was National Theatre Live: Present Laughter produced?
- National Theatre Live: Present Laughter was produced in United Kingdom.