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The School of Wives (1983)

Movie ★ 6.1 108 min

Drama TV Movie Comedy

This television adaptation presents Molière’s comedy The School of Wives, centering on Arnolphe, an older bachelor who plans to marry his young ward, Agnès, believing her innocence will ensure his control. His scheme is disrupted when Agnès falls in love with the younger Horace, setting off a series of deceptions and confrontations that undermine Arnolphe’s authority.

Ingmar Bergman Director Lars Forssell Writer Molière Writer

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Quick facts

Released
December 25, 1983
Runtime
108 min
IMDb
tt0130010
Country
Language
Studio
, Kungliga Dramatiska Teatern

Cast

Allan Edwall Allan Edwall Arnolphe Lena Nyman Lena Nyman Agnes Stellan Skarsgård Stellan Skarsgård Horace Björn Gustafson Björn Gustafson Alain Ulla Sjöblom Ulla Sjöblom Georgette Lasse Pöysti Chrysalde Olle Hilding Olle Hilding Oronte Oscar Ljung Oscar Ljung Enrique Nils Eklund Nils Eklund Lawyer

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Frequently asked questions

What is The School of Wives about?
This television adaptation presents Molière’s comedy The School of Wives, centering on Arnolphe, an older bachelor who plans to marry his young ward, Agnès, believing her innocence will ensure his control. His scheme is disrupted when Agnès falls in love with the younger Horace, setting off a series of deceptions and confrontations that undermine Arnolphe’s authority.
Who directed The School of Wives?
The School of Wives was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Who stars in The School of Wives?
The School of Wives stars Allan Edwall, Lena Nyman, Stellan Skarsgård, Björn Gustafson.
When was The School of Wives released?
The School of Wives is a 1983 drama, tv movie, comedy film.
Where can I watch The School of Wives?
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