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Pride and Prejudice

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In the early 19th century in the English village of Meryton, the arrival of wealthy bachelors, most notably Mr. Darcy (Laurence Olivier), stirs up the families with single daughters. Among those is the Bennet family, with five eligible daughters, including the spirited Elizabeth (Greer Garson) and her pretty older sister, Jane (Maureen O'Sullivan). As Mrs. Bennet (Mary Boland) aggressively tries to pair off her girls, Elizabeth crosses swords with the imperious Darcy.
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Nell Minow Movie Mom 11/10/2005
A-
Director Joe Wright makes the camera energetic, but never distracting, intimate, but never intrusive. Go to Full Review Bosley Crowther New York Times 05/20/2003
4.5/5
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. Go to Full Review Dave Kehr Chicago Reader 01/01/2000
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. Go to Full Review Rachel Wagner Rachel's Reviews (YouTube) 02/14/2023
It does not stay true to the book but worth watching just for the over-the-top costumes Go to Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy 07/27/2020
3.5/4
The first big-screen adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel is an unmitigated success, with a terrific cast ably handling the author's assemblage of engaging characters. Go to Full Review Michael E. Grost Classic Film and Television 10/02/2014
Delightful romance, filled with warmth, wit, singing, dancing and verve: ideal entertainment. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Elias T @eddietuilerie7 3d 'Pride and Prejudice' is a novel that I've read many times. My favorite? The 1940s version with Garson and Olivier. To leave a review for a novel that millions love can be like stepping into a minefield:). Some choices made by actors are not as you intended. You've seen these characters in your head and they are alive for you. Remember, this is the style of the 1940s of Hollywood. Greer Garson and Laurence Olivier were just as imagined. The last scene makes me teary.The chemistry. Mary Boland. Edna M. Oliver. Not 100% as written but brilliant performances and for me, perfect. Who demands that Mrs Bennet is not more of a muddled person? Her performance as well as Edna May Oliver are two exemplary actresses playing more of an amusing interpretation. Yet, I found Ann Rutherford,Edward Ashley and Marsha Hunt annoying and off-the-mark. Don't ask me about Frieda Inescort. I just couldn't get past bad acting so I have no opinion. I found this version to be just a brilliant adaptation. See more Bernard M @RT23286849 Jul 5 A wonderful film that is as fresh now as when it was released 85 years ago. Greer Garson is delightful. See more Rare T @RT00283363 01/04/2025 This version should be titled How to Fall in Love With Greer Garson 101. See more steve d @RT35616104 01/09/2023 Perhaps the worst adaptation but still P&P. See more 06/19/2022 Although the costumes are wildly anachronistic, the production may be one of the finest adaptations of Jane Austen's seminal novel. See more 04/02/2022 it was a very entertaining movie, but it does not stick to the novel as it was written. it has good american entertainment, but did not capture the regency era like the 2005 version. mid at best See more Read all reviews
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Robert Z. Leonard

Director

Greer Garson

Elizabeth Bennet

Laurence Olivier

Mr. Darcy

Edna May Oliver

Lady Catherine de Bourgh

Mary Boland

Mrs. Bennet

Maureen O'Sullivan

Jane Bennet

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Synopsis In the early 19th century in the English village of Meryton, the arrival of wealthy bachelors, most notably Mr. Darcy (Laurence Olivier), stirs up the families with single daughters. Among those is the Bennet family, with five eligible daughters, including the spirited Elizabeth (Greer Garson) and her pretty older sister, Jane (Maureen O'Sullivan). As Mrs. Bennet (Mary Boland) aggressively tries to pair off her girls, Elizabeth crosses swords with the imperious Darcy.
Director
Robert Z. Leonard
Producer
Hunt Stromberg
Screenwriter
Aldous Huxley, Jane Murfin
Distributor
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Production Co
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Genre
Romance, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 26, 1940, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 10, 2008
Runtime
1h 58m
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