Hard Times (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1988, Hard Times is a drama film directed by João Botelho, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A film adaptation of the Charles Dickens novel "Hard Times" set in a Portuguese industrial town of the 1980s.
Who’s in it. Hard Times stars Henrique Viana as José Grandela, Júlia Britton as Luisa Cremalheira, Eunice Muñoz as Mrs. Vilaverde and Ruy Furtado as Tomaz Cremalheira, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Hard Times 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 Hard Times page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hard Times tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hard Times (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hard Times change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hard Times worth watching?
- Hard Times holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hard Times?
- Hard Times stars Henrique Viana, Júlia Britton, Eunice Muñoz, Ruy Furtado and Isabel de Castro.
- When was Hard Times released?
- Hard Times was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.