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High Hopes

7.019891h 48mPGMovieComedyDrama

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.

DirectorMike Leigh
WriterMike Leigh
ProducersTom Donald·Simon Channing Williams

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Mike Leigh

PDPhil Davis
Phil Davis
Cyril Bender
RSRuth Sheen
Ruth Sheen
Shirley
EDEdna Doré
Edna Doré
Mrs Bender
PJPhilip Jackson
Philip Jackson
Martin Burke
HTHeather Tobias
Heather Tobias
Valerie
LMLesley Manville
Lesley Manville
Lætitia Boothe-Brain
DBDavid Bamber
David Bamber
Rupert Boothe-Brain
CP
Cheryl Prime
Martin's Girlfriend
JS
Judith Scott
Suzi
JWJason Watkins
Jason Watkins
Wayne
DJDiane-Louise Jordan
Diane-Louise Jordan
Chemist Shop Assistant
LBLinda Beckett
Linda Beckett
Receptionist

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High Hopes — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams High Hopes?

High Hopes is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is High Hopes on Netflix?

No, High Hopes is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is High Hopes on Amazon Prime Video?

No, High Hopes isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch High Hopes for free?

High Hopes is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.