Hatley High (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2003, Hatley High is a comedy, family and romance film directed by Phil Price, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The Canadian teen comedy Hatley High sends up high school sports rituals by placing a most unlikely competitive game at the center of its story: that of chess. Tommy (Nicholas Wright) is a new arrival in his parents' hometown of Hatley, whose mother recently died. He discovers, after the fact, that his mom was once a chess pro and thus a legend in the community. Tommy's chess-fixated peers accept him almost instantly, inferring that he must have inherited his dear mother's skills, but in time Tommy carves out a niche for himself independently of his mom's legacy, and strikes up an enduring romance with Hyacinthe (Rachelle Lefevre) a "chess cheerleader." Two fictional British filmmakers "frame" the tale by filming it for a documentary that they are producing, and thus provide witty, ongoing narration.
Who’s in it. Hatley High stars Nicolas Wright, Rachelle Lefevre, Nwamiko Madden and James A. Woods.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Hatley High has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hatley High page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hatley High tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hatley High (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hatley High change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hatley High worth watching?
- Hatley High holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hatley High?
- Hatley High stars Nicolas Wright, Rachelle Lefevre, Nwamiko Madden and James A. Woods.
- When was Hatley High released?
- Hatley High was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.