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National Theatre Live: Present Laughter

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National Theatre Live: Present Laughter

8.5

2h 40m

2019

Synopsis

As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.

Director

Matthew Warchus

Trailer

ComedyDrama

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Cast & Crew

Andrew Scott

Andrew Scott

as Garry Essendine

Sophie Thompson

Sophie Thompson

as Monica Reed

Indira Varma

Indira Varma

as Liz Essendine

Kitty Archer

as Daphne Stillington

Enzo Cilenti

Enzo Cilenti

as Joe Lyppiatt

Joshua Hill

Joshua Hill

as Fred

Abdul Salis

Abdul Salis

as Morris Dixon

Liza Sadovy

Liza Sadovy

as Miss Erikson/Lady Saltburn

Luke Thallon

Luke Thallon

as Roland Maule

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