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Pride and Prejudice

6.9/10

Rating

118 min

Runtime

1940

Release Year

Robert Z. Leonard

Director

Cast

Greer Garson, Laurence Olivier, Mary Boland, Edna May Oliver, Maureen O'Sullivan

Quick Synopsis

Set in early 19th century England, the story follows the Bennet family, where Mr. and Mrs. Bennet have five unmarried daughters. Their lives become intertwined with two wealthy gentlemen, Mr. Bingley and his friend Mr. Darcy, who have recently moved into the neighborhood. Mr. Bingley quickly develops an interest in Jane, the eldest Bennet daughter, while Mr. Darcy struggles to fit into the local social scene and often finds himself at odds with Elizabeth, the second eldest daughter.

Detailed Synopsis of Pride and Prejudice

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.

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