Wilde (1998): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Wilde is a 1998 biographical drama directed by Brian Gilbert, starring Stephen Fry, Vanessa Redgrave and Tom Wilkinson. It runs 1 hour 58 minutes and earned $2.2 million worldwide. It earned 2 award nominations, including Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama (Actor) at the Golden Globes 1999. Critics gave it 70 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 58m (118 min)
- Director
- Brian Gilbert
- Original language
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English - Studio
- BIM Distribuzione
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Wilde About?
The premise of Wilde without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
The story follows the celebrated playwright Oscar Wilde and his passionate relationship with Lord Alfred Douglas. Their romance blossoms against the backdrop of Victorian society, but their happiness is threatened by a conflict with Douglas's disapproving father. This escalating feud leads to a devastating downfall for Wilde, marked by legal battles and a profound sense of loss and despair.
Wilde Themes & Keywords
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Wilde Cast
Stephen Fry leads the cast, with Vanessa Redgrave and Tom Wilkinson. Directed by Brian Gilbert; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Brian Gilbert
Also Starring in Wilde
· 6 moreMore from Brian Gilbert
More films directed by Brian Gilbert, best-rated first: Not Without My Daughter, Vice Versa, The Gathering and Tom & Viv.
Wilde Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Wilde 70 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 70 Metascore
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Wilde Plot Summary
What happens in Wilde from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
During his 1882 lecture tour in the United States, Oscar Wilde visits Leadville, Colorado. His flamboyant personality and urbane wit win over the local silver miners as he regales them with tales about Renaissance silversmith Benvenuto Cellini.
Back in London, Wilde marries Constance Lloyd and the couple welcome two sons in quick succession. While their second child is still an infant, they host a young Canadian named Robbie Ross, who seduces Wilde, and Ross’s love for him endures.
Full summary
The whole story of Wilde, scene by scene
Wilde Box Office
Wilde grossed $2.2 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$2.2M
- US & Canada
- $2.2M
Wilde Awards & Nominations
Wilde earned 2 award nominations, including Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama (Actor) at the Golden Globes 1999. The 2 nominations come from 2 ceremonies.
2 nominations2 ceremonies
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Golden Globes 1999 1 nomination- Nominated Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama (Actor) – Stephen Fry
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BAFTA 1998 1 nomination- Nominated Best Actress in a Supporting Role – Jennifer Ehle and Zoë Wanamaker
Wilde Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Oscar Wilde - Trailer (1997)
How Well Do You Know Wilde?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which actor portrays Oscar Wilde in the film?
Wilde Also Known As
11 alternative titles, including “Уайльд” and “Oscar Wilde”.
- Also known as
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- Уайльд
- Oscar Wilde
- Oscar Wilde szerelmei
- Уайлд
- 王尔德
- Η Ταραγμένη Ζωή του Οσκαρ Γουάιλντ
- Wilde. Historia pisarza
- 와일드
- オスカー・ワイルド, უაილდი
- Вайлд
- 王爾德和他的情人
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Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Oscar Wilde, The Trials of Oscar Wilde and The Happy Prince.
Wilde FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Wilde, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Wilde?
Wilde runs 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).
When was Wilde released?
Wilde was released on May 1, 1998.
Who directed Wilde?
Wilde was directed by Brian Gilbert.
More films by Brian Gilbert Who is in the cast of Wilde?
Wilde stars Stephen Fry, Vanessa Redgrave and Tom Wilkinson, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Wilde make at the box office?
Wilde grossed $2.2 million worldwide.
How is Wilde rated?
Wilde has 70 on Metacritic.
Was Wilde nominated for any awards?
Wilde received 2 nominations across 2 ceremonies.
Does Wilde have a post-credit scene?
No. Wilde has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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