High Hopes (1989)
Overview
Working-class couple Shirley and Cyril are in conflict over whether they should have children, their problems with 'yuppies' moving into the neighbourhood and outpricing them, and the advent of Cyril's ageing mother's seventieth birthday.
Where to watch High Hopes
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | — | — |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, BFI Player | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | — | — |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| France | — | LaCinetek | LaCinetek |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists High Hopes in 1 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is High Hopes about?
Working-class couple Shirley and Cyril are in conflict over whether they should have children, their problems with 'yuppies' moving into the neighbourhood and outpricing them, and the advent of Cyril's ageing mother's seventieth birthday. High Hopes is a Comedy, Drama movie, released on 1989-01-13, runtime 108 minutes.
Is High Hopes worth watching?
TMDB users rate High Hopes 7.0 out of 10 from 103 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch High Hopes?
In the United States, High Hopes streams on Criterion Channel. The table on this page lists 4 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Mike Leigh
Cast
- Phil Davis as Cyril Bender
- Ruth Sheen as Shirley
- Edna Doré as Mrs Bender
- Philip Jackson as Martin Burke
- Heather Tobias as Valerie
- Lesley Manville as Lætitia Boothe-Brain
- David Bamber as Rupert Boothe-Brain
- Cheryl Prime as Martin's Girlfriend
- Judith Scott as Suzi
- Jason Watkins as Wayne
- Diane-Louise Jordan as Chemist Shop Assistant
- Linda Beckett as Receptionist
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Sources
Details and the 7.0/10 rating from High Hopes on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.