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The Holly and the Ivy

6.519521h 23mNRMovieDrama

An English clergyman's neglect of his grown children, in his zeal to tend to his parishioners, comes to the surface at a Christmas family gathering.

DirectorGeorge More O'Ferrall
WriterAnatole de Grunwald
ProducerAnatole de Grunwald

Where to watch

Not available in Australia
Streaming in 17 other countries

The Holly and the Ivy isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia and 13 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by George More O'Ferrall

RRRalph Richardson
Ralph Richardson
Reverend Martin Gregory
CJCelia Johnson
Celia Johnson
Jenny Gregory
MLMargaret Leighton
Margaret Leighton
Margaret Gregory
DEDenholm Elliott
Denholm Elliott
Michael Gregory
JGJohn Gregson
John Gregson
David Paterson
HWHugh Williams
Hugh Williams
Richard Wyndham
MHMargaret Halstan
Margaret Halstan
Aunt Lydia
MDMaureen Delaney
Maureen Delaney
Aunt Bridget
WHWilliam Hartnell
William Hartnell
Company Sergeant Major
RFRobert Flemyng
Robert Flemyng
Major
RCRoland Culver
Roland Culver
Lord B.
JB
John Barry
Clubman

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The Holly and the Ivy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Holly and the Ivy?

The Holly and the Ivy isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Bulgaria, Cyprus and Czechia and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Holly and the Ivy on Netflix?

No, The Holly and the Ivy is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Holly and the Ivy on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Holly and the Ivy isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Holly and the Ivy for free?

The Holly and the Ivy isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.