The Hallelujah Handshake (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1970, The Hallelujah Handshake is a drama and tv movie film directed by Alan Clarke, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. A lonely young man longing to be accepted lies his way into a local church. The priest and his congregation soon begin to unravel his tales as his actions become versatile.
Who’s in it. The Hallelujah Handshake stars Tony Calvin, Jeremy Wilkin, Lynn Farleigh and John Phillips, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Hallelujah Handshake has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Britbox Apple TV channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hallelujah Handshake page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hallelujah Handshake tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hallelujah Handshake (1970)?
- In US, The Hallelujah Handshake is available to stream on Britbox Apple TV channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Hallelujah Handshake worth watching?
- The Hallelujah Handshake holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Hallelujah Handshake?
- The Hallelujah Handshake stars Tony Calvin, Jeremy Wilkin, Lynn Farleigh, John Phillips and Howell Evans.
- When was The Hallelujah Handshake released?
- The Hallelujah Handshake was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.