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Present Laughter is a 1981 film helmed by Alan Strachan and Rick Gardner, featuring Donald Sinden, Dinah Sheridan and Gwen Watford. It runs 2 hours 27 minutes and came out on December 16, 1981.
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Often regarded as semi-autobiographical, Present Laughter follows a few days in the life of successful and self-obsessed actor Garry Essendine as he prepares to travel for a touring commitment. Amid a series of events bordering on farce, Garry must deal with interruptions including the numerous women who want to seduce him, placating his long-suffering secretary Monica Reed, avoiding his estranged wife Liz Essendine, being confronted by a crazed young playwright, and overcoming his fear of his own approacing fortieth birthday and impending mid-life crisis.
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What is the release date of Present Laughter?
Present Laughter was released on December 16, 1981.
How long is Present Laughter?
Present Laughter runs 2 hours 27 minutes (147 minutes).
Who is in the cast of Present Laughter?
Present Laughter stars Donald Sinden as Garry Essendine, Dinah Sheridan as Liz Essendine, Gwen Watford as Monica Reed and Elizabeth Counsell as Joanna Lyppiatt. The cast also includes Julian Fellowes, Belinda Lang and Colin Spaull.
Who directed Present Laughter?
Present Laughter was directed by Alan Strachan and Rick Gardner. The screenplay is credited to Noël Coward.
What should I watch if I liked Present Laughter?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside Present Laughter include Bill Burr: Drop Dead Years (2025), Someone Like You... (2001), Noises Off... (1992), Ricky Gervais: Mortality (2025) and Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl (1982).
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