My Way Home (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1978, My Way Home is a drama film directed by Bill Douglas, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. Jamie leaves the children's home to live with his paternal grandmother. After working in a mine and in a tailor's shop, he is conscripted into the RAF, and goes to Egypt, where he is befriended by Robert, whose undemanding companionship releases Jamie from self-pity.
Who’s in it. My Way Home stars Stephen Archibald as Jamie, Joseph Blatchley as Robert, Paul Kermack as Jamie's father and Jessie Combe as Father's wife, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, My Way Home has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and BFI Player Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Way Home page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Way Home tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Way Home (1978)?
- In US, My Way Home is available to stream on Criterion Channel and BFI Player Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is My Way Home worth watching?
- My Way Home holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Way Home?
- My Way Home stars Stephen Archibald, Joseph Blatchley, Paul Kermack, Jessie Combe and William Carroll.
- When was My Way Home released?
- My Way Home was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.