For pure charm and romantic diversion, for bubbling and wholesome life, we most heartily recommend this exquisite comedy about the elegant young gentleman who was proud and the beautiful young lady who was prejudiced.
Pride and Prejudice
The Gayest Comedy Hit of the Screen! Five Gorgeous Beauties on a Mad-Cap Manhunt!
1940 · 1h 58m · APPROVED
Drama, Romance
Directed by
Robert Z. Leonard
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Pride and Prejudice
Overview
In early 19th century England, Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters vie for the affections of rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, who have moved into their neighbourhood. While Bingley takes an immediate liking to eldest daughter Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with second-eldest Elizabeth.
Director and cast
- Robert Z. Leonard Director
- Greer Garson as Elizabeth Bennet
- Laurence Olivier as Mr. Darcy
- Edward Ashley as Mr. Wickham
- Mary Boland as Mrs. Bennet
- Edna May Oliver as Lady Catherine de Bourgh
- Maureen O'Sullivan as Jane Bennet
- Ann Rutherford as Lydia Bennet
- Frieda Inescort as Miss Caroline Bingley
- Edmund Gwenn as Mr. Bennet
- Karen Morley as Mrs. Collins
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
Typically overstuffed MGM prestige product (1940), but one that came out surprisingly well, with a minimum of Eng. Lit. posturing and some elegance of design.
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