Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to A Matter of Earnestness List
- The Importance of Being Earnest - A lively adaptation of Oscar Wilde's classic play that shares themes of mistaken identity and social satire.
- Pride and Prejudice - Features sharp wit and romantic misunderstandings set in a similar period, focusing on social class and relationships.
- Sense and Sensibility - This film explores social constraints and romantic entanglements in a similar manner to A Matter of Earnestness.
- Much Ado About Nothing - Another classic adaptation exploring themes of love, deception, and societal expectations.
- The Decoy Bride - A romantic comedy involving mistaken identities and comedic misunderstandings, reminiscent of Wilde's work.
- The Office (UK) - Features sharp humor and social interactions in a workplace setting, echoing the social critiques found in Wilde's writing.
- The Great Gatsby - Explores themes of class and social expectations in a visually stunning adaptation, paralleling the satire of Wilde.
- Emma - Focuses on romantic entanglements and misunderstandings set within social norms of its time, similar to Wilde's themes.
- Bridget Jones's Diary - Modern societal expectations and romantic troubles, reminiscent of the comedic and critical tone of Wilde's work.
- Pride and Prejudice and Zombies - Combines classic literature with humor and satire in a similar vein to 'A Matter of Earnestness'.
- The Rook - Involves a mix of mystery and comedy with a strong female lead, parallel to the wit in Wilde's work.
- Howards End - Explores class divisions and romantic entanglements in a turn-of-the-century England-style narrative.
- A Room with a View - Features romance and societal issues in early 20th century England, akin to themes found in Wilde's work.
- The Birdcage - A comedic take on identity and societal norms, paralleling themes of deception found in Wilde's style.
- Gentleman Jack - Explores societal norms and personal identity with wit and charm, reminiscent of Wilde's perspectives.
- Chocolat - Features themes of societal expectations and breaking free from conventions, with a light-hearted narrative.
- The Good Place - Combines moral dilemmas with humor and wit, echoing Wilde's satirical approach to serious themes.
- Daisy Jones & The Six - Explores personal identity and societal expectations in a witty and engaging manner, similar to Wilde's commentary.
- The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel - Features sharp dialogue and social commentary on gender roles and expectations, akin to Wilde's writing.
- Sex Education - Focuses on adolescent relationships and societal norms with humor, reminiscent of Wilde's critical yet comedic style.
- Crazy Rich Asians - Explores issues of class and romantic entanglements with humor and heart, echoing Wilde's themes.
- The Good Lord Bird - Addresses serious social issues with humor and wit, showcasing contrasts much like Wilde's work.
- The Queen's Gambit - Highlights individual struggles against societal norms with strong character development and wit.
- Good Omens - Combines humor with themes of morality and societal expectations, paralleling the satirical elements of Wilde.
- Anne with an E - Focuses on class differences and imaginative storytelling, embedding a sense of humor similar to Wilde.
- The Umbrella Academy - Involves family dynamics and societal issues with humor and heart, sharing themes with Wilde's narratives.
- Dead Poets Society - Explores the clash between societal expectations and personal desires, reflecting themes prevalent in Wilde's work.
- Better Off Ted - A satire of corporate culture with humor that's reminiscent of Wilde's social critiques.
- The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel - Involves a comedic exploration of societal norms and gender roles, similar to the wit found in Wilde's work.
- Vicious - A dark comedy about relationships and societal perceptions, echoing Wilde's sharp humor.
- The Good Place - Combines comedic elements with philosophical discussions on morality, paralleling Wilde's satirical approach.
- The Nice Guys - Involves comedic misunderstandings within societal contexts, akin to the humor in Wilde's work.
- Killing Eve - A darkly humorous look at identity and society through the eyes of its unique characters, reminiscent of Wilde.
- The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - Science fiction with humor exploring complex issues of existence and society, reflecting Wilde's wit.
- Knives Out - A whodunit with sharp social commentary and humor, echoing the critique of manners found in Wilde's narratives.
- The Pursuit of Love - Examines romantic and societal expectations through humor and drama, akin to themes explored by Wilde.
- The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Aged 13¾ - A comedic and poignant exploration of adolescence and societal norms that reflects Wilde's style.
- The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel - Focuses on breaking societal norms with humor and heart, sharing themes with Wilde's narratives.
- W1A - A satirical look at bureaucracy and contemporary British society, featuring humor similar to Wilde.
- The Other Two - A comedic take on family dynamics and contemporary fame, echoing societal critiques like those found in Wilde.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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| 1 | 2002 | France | Comedy | 24903 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | PG | |
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1995 | Canada | Drama | 93655 | 8.8 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
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1995 | United Kingdom | Drama | 127288 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
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1993 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 52513 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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2011 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 12687 | 6.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
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2013 | United States of America | Drama | 603835 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
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1996 | United States of America | Comedy | 42101 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | |
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2001 | France | Comedy | 266462 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | R |
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2016 | United Kingdom | Romance | 61000 | 5.8 | Movie | Released | |
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2019 | Drama | 5143 | 6.8 | Serie | Canceled | TV-MA | |
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1992 | Japan | Drama | 36339 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | PG |
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1986 | United Kingdom | Drama | 48455 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | NR |
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1996 | United States of America | Comedy | 102552 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R |
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2019 | United Kingdom | Biography | 16181 | 8.2 | Serie | Canceled | TV-MA |
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2000 | United Kingdom | Drama | 203389 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
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2016 | United States of America | Comedy | 193959 | 8.2 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
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2023 | United States of America | Drama | 39032 | 8.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 18 |
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2017 | United States of America | Comedy | 144940 | 8.7 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 19 |
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2019 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 359357 | 8.2 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
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2018 | United States of America | Comedy | 193690 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 21 |
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2020 | United States of America | Comedy | 7539 | 7.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
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2020 | United States of America | Drama | 575311 | 8.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 23 |
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2019 | South Africa | Comedy | 114520 | 8 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-MA |
| 24 |
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2017 | Canada | Drama | 68359 | 8.6 | Serie | Canceled | TV-G |
| 25 |
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2019 | Canada | Action | 283422 | 7.9 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
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1989 | United States of America | Comedy | 556046 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 27 |
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2009 | United States of America | Comedy | 27496 | 8.2 | Serie | Ended | TV-PG |
| 28 |
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2013 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 9916 | 8.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
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2016 | United States of America | Action | 379745 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
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2018 | United States of America | Action | 139270 | 8.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 31 | 2005 | United Kingdom | Adventure | 209560 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG | |
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2019 | United States of America | Comedy | 785279 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
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2021 | United Kingdom | Drama | 5533 | 6.7 | Serie | Ended | |
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2014 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 3204 | 7.8 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
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2019 | United States of America | Comedy | 11072 | 7.8 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
