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.
| Release Date | September 1, 1997 | |
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| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | Wilde | |
| Runtime | 1h 58min | |
| Budget | $10,000,000 | |
| Revenue | $2,158,775 | |
| Language | English | |
| Original Language | English | |
| Production Countries | Germany, Japan, United Kingdom | |
| Production Companies | Dove InternationalPandora FilmBBC FilmCapitol Filmssamuelson productionsNeue Deutsche FilmgesellschaftPony Canyon | |