The Holly and the Ivy
1952, English. Directed by George More O'Ferrall.
A LOVE STORY OF RARE QUALITY flavored with delightful characterizations and priceless humor.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Holly and the Ivy is streaming on Kino Film Collection in India.
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Cast & crew
- George More O'FerrallDirector
- Ralph RichardsonReverend Martin Gregory
- Celia JohnsonJenny Gregory
- Margaret LeightonMargaret Gregory
- Denholm ElliottMichael Gregory
- John GregsonDavid Paterson
- Hugh WilliamsRichard Wyndham
- Margaret HalstanAunt Lydia
- Maureen DelaneyAunt Bridget
- William HartnellCompany Sergeant Major
- Robert FlemyngMajor
- Roland CulverLord B.
- John BarryClubman
Details
- Released
- 3 December 1952
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Anatole de Grunwald
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How long is The Holly and the Ivy?
The Holly and the Ivy runs 83 minutes (1h 23m).
Does The Holly and the Ivy have a post-credits scene?
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The Holly and the Ivy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Holly and the Ivy is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Holly and the Ivy on?
The Holly and the Ivy is streaming on Kino Film Collection in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Holly and the Ivy?
If you liked The Holly and the Ivy, try The Christmas Shoes, The Bridge, November Christmas.
Who directed The Holly and the Ivy?
The Holly and the Ivy (1952) was directed by George More O'Ferrall and stars Ralph Richardson, Celia Johnson, Margaret Leighton.