Movie

An Ideal Husband

★ 6.5(8)19991h 30m

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Good to know

Director: William P. Cartlidge
Release date: 1999-05-18
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Scorpio Production

About An Ideal Husband

An Ideal Husband is a 1999 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by William P. Cartlidge, starring James Wilby, Sadie Frost and Jonathan Firth. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 8 viewers. Below you can see where to watch An Ideal Husband in Australia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Rising politician Robert Chiltern once sold secret information and is now being blackmailed by Laura Cheveley. She has proof, and it will damage his career and marriage severely. Chiltern calls in the help of his friend Arthur Goring.

Cast

James Wilby

Sir Robert Chiltern

Sadie Frost

Mrs Cheveley

Jonathan Firth

Lord Goring

Trevyn McDowell

Lady Gertrude Chiltern

Robert Hardy

Lord Caversham

Karen Hayley

Mabel Chiltern

Prunella Scales

Lady Markby

Tamara Beckwith

Margaret Marchmont

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch An Ideal Husband in Australia?+

An Ideal Husband is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Australia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is An Ideal Husband on Netflix?+

An Ideal Husband is not on Netflix in Australia right now.

How long is An Ideal Husband?+

An Ideal Husband has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in An Ideal Husband?+

An Ideal Husband stars James Wilby, Sadie Frost, Jonathan Firth, Trevyn McDowell and Robert Hardy.

When did An Ideal Husband come out?+

An Ideal Husband is a 1999 movie directed by William P. Cartlidge.

What genre is An Ideal Husband?+

An Ideal Husband is Comedy film.

Who directed An Ideal Husband?+

An Ideal Husband was directed by William P. Cartlidge.