Hindle Wakes (1952): cast, story & where to watch

1952 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 1952, Hindle Wakes is a drama and romance film directed by Arthur Crabtree, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. During a holiday to the beach Jenny meets Alan and agrees to spend the week with him. Wanting to keep this a secret from her parents Jenny gets help from her friend Mary to pretend her whereabouts but disaster strikes during a boating accident. It is soon discovered Jenny was not with Mary. When the parents find out the truth they pressure the couple to get married, but Jenny thinks otherwise.

Who’s in it. Hindle Wakes stars Leslie Dwyer as Chris Hawthorn, Lisa Daniely as Jenny Hawthorn, Brian Worth as Alan Jeffcote and Sandra Dorne as Mary Hollins, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Hindle Wakes has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hindle Wakes page.

If you liked it. Fans of Hindle Wakes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Hindle Wakes (1952)?
In US, Hindle Wakes is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Hindle Wakes worth watching?
Hindle Wakes holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Hindle Wakes?
Hindle Wakes stars Leslie Dwyer, Lisa Daniely, Brian Worth, Sandra Dorne and Bill Travers.
When was Hindle Wakes released?
Hindle Wakes was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.