Pride and Prejudice

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Pride and Prejudice

Released Jul 26, 1940

1h 58m

Romance

Comedy

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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

Director Joe Wright makes the camera energetic, but never distracting, intimate, but never intrusive.

Rated: A-

Nov 10, 2005

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Bosley Crowther

New York Times

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.

Rated: 4.5/5

May 20, 2003

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Dave Kehr

Chicago Reader

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.

Jan 1, 2000

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Rachel Wagner

Rachel's Reviews (YouTube)

It does not stay true to the book but worth watching just for the over-the-top costumes

Feb 14, 2023

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

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.

Rated: 3.5/4

Jul 27, 2020

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Michael E. Grost

Classic Film and Television

Delightful romance, filled with warmth, wit, singing, dancing and verve: ideal entertainment.

Oct 2, 2014

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Ian F

Wonderful performances, excellent cinematography. Superb cast.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/08/25

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Amanda

the best movie ever. so glad it's back in theaters. do more of this!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/07/25

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K.M.S.

One of my all time favorite movies and my absolute favorite Jane Austen story. I know it isn't 100% faithful to the book but it's more like a refreshingly concise take of the famous story, just enough to get the overarching story across in a 2000s era movie. Such a perfect cast for a remake as well. I will never not love this version of the Jane Austen story.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/07/25

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LN

Best movie of all time! Rewatched for 100th time!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/06/25

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Annette T

I loved it so much! Just like the other 20 times!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/06/25

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Liesl

This is my all-time favorite movie. Cinematically goregous - beautiful locations, wonderful acting, amazing costumes, lovely score. Just a masterpiece. Such a joy to see it in theaters again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/04/25

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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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