
The School of Wives 1983
Overview
This television adaptation presents Molière’s comedy The School of Wives, centering on Arnolphe, an older bachelor who plans to marry his young ward, Agnès, believing her innocence will ensure his control. His scheme is disrupted when Agnès falls in love with the younger Horace, setting off a series of deceptions and confrontations that undermine Arnolphe’s authority.
Director: Ingmar Bergman
Cast

Allan Edwall
Arnolphe

Lena Nyman
Agnes

Stellan Skarsgård
Horace

Björn Gustafson
Alain

Ulla Sjöblom
Georgette
Lasse Pöysti
Chrysalde

Olle Hilding
Oronte

Oscar Ljung
Enrique

Nils Eklund
Lawyer