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.
Credits
Present Laughter Cast
| Name |
Character |
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Julian Fellowes
He was 32, now 75 years old
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as Roland Maule |
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Dinah Sheridan
She was 61, 92 years old when she died
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as Liz Essendine |
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Gwen Watford
She was 54, 66 years old when she died
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as Monica Reed |
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Donald Sinden
He was 58, 90 years old when he died
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as Garry Essendine |
Present Laughter Crew
