High Hopes
1989, English. Directed by Mike Leigh.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Where to watch High Hopes
High Hopes is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Mike LeighDirector
- Phil DavisCyril Bender
- Ruth SheenShirley
- Edna DoréMrs Bender
- Philip JacksonMartin Burke
- Heather TobiasValerie
- Lesley ManvilleLætitia Boothe-Brain
- David BamberRupert Boothe-Brain
- Cheryl PrimeMartin's Girlfriend
- Judith ScottSuzi
- Jason WatkinsWayne
- Diane-Louise JordanChemist Shop Assistant
- Linda BeckettReceptionist
Details
- Released
- 13 January 1989
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Mike Leigh
- Box office
- $1.2M
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High Hopes: quick answers
Is High Hopes worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 103 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is High Hopes?
High Hopes runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Does High Hopes have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for High Hopes. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
High Hopes parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
High Hopes is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is High Hopes on?
High Hopes is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like High Hopes?
If you liked High Hopes, try Life Is Sweet, Meantime, Local Hero.
Who directed High Hopes?
High Hopes (1989) was directed by Mike Leigh and stars Phil Davis, Ruth Sheen, Edna Doré.