The Flag (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 2016, The Flag is a comedy film directed by Declan Recks, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Builder Harry Hambridge is a down-on-his-luck paddy living in London. In one day he loses his job, father and beloved pet hamster, Mouse. On returning home to bury his father, he finds a statement from his Grandfather, claiming that it was he who raised the flag over the GPO during the 1916 Rising, which now hangs upside-down in an army barracks in England. Too long used to the mockery of his life, he sets out with his motley crew to find that “fecking flag” and maybe his passion for life along the way.
Who’s in it. The Flag stars Pat Shortt as Harry Hambridge, Moe Dunford as Mouse Morrisey, Simone Kirby as Liz and Ruth Bradley as Charlie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Flag sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Flag page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Flag tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Flag (2016)?
- In GB, The Flag is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Flag worth watching?
- The Flag holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Flag?
- The Flag stars Pat Shortt, Moe Dunford, Simone Kirby, Ruth Bradley and Brian Gleeson.
- When was The Flag released?
- The Flag was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.