The Common Touch (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2017, The Common Touch is a documentary film directed by Mason Cade Packer, running about 40 minutes. “The Jake Bailey Story” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Common Touch tells the story of Jake Bailey, viral sensation and student of Christchurch Boys High School, who was told one week before his graduation speech about his diagnosis of life-threatening cancer.
Who’s in it. The Common Touch stars Calvin Kruger as Jake Bailey, Eilish Moran as Janine Harrington, David Allen as Ross Bailey and Morgan Mckenzie Moore as Jemima Tennekoon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Common Touch sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Common Touch page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Common Touch tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Common Touch (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Common Touch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Common Touch worth watching?
- The Common Touch holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Common Touch?
- The Common Touch stars Calvin Kruger, Eilish Moran, David Allen, Morgan Mckenzie Moore and Danielle Whanau.
- When was The Common Touch released?
- The Common Touch was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 40 minutes.