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Hidden Agenda

1990, English. Directed by Ken Loach.

Every government has one.

In Ireland, American lawyer Ingrid Jessner and her activist partner, Paul Sullivan, struggle to uncover atrocities committed by the British government against the Northern Irish during the "Troubles." But when Sullivan is assassinated in the streets, Jessner teams up with Peter Kerrigan, a British investigator acting against the will of his own government, and struggles to uncover a conspiracy that may even implicate one of Kerrigan's colleagues.

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Runtime
1h 48m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
R

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7.0/10 from 119 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Hidden Agenda is streaming on MGM Plus in India.

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Released
21 November 1990
Country
United Kingdom
Written by
Jim Allen
Box office
$1.2M
politicsnorthern irelandcover-uptortureterrorismira (irish republican army)paradeirish easter rebellion (1916)belfast, north irelandthatcherism

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Is Hidden Agenda worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 119 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Hidden Agenda?

Hidden Agenda runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).

Does Hidden Agenda have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Hidden Agenda. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Hidden Agenda parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Hidden Agenda is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Hidden Agenda on?

Hidden Agenda is streaming on MGM Plus in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)

What movies are like Hidden Agenda?

If you liked Hidden Agenda, try The House on Carroll Street, The Caveman's Valentine, The Quiller Memorandum.

Who directed Hidden Agenda?

Hidden Agenda (1990) was directed by Ken Loach and stars Frances McDormand, Brian Cox, Brad Dourif.

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