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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
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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
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High Hopes — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams High Hopes?

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

Is High Hopes on Netflix?

No, High Hopes is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is High Hopes on Amazon Prime Video?

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

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