The 14 (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1973, The 14 is a drama film directed by David Hemmings, running about 105 minutes. “They'll make you laugh. They'll make you cry. But you'll remember them for the rest of your life.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set in London’s East End, The 14 (aka The Wild Little Bunch aka Existence) is based on the true story of fourteen children who struggle against overwhelming pressures to stay together after the death of their single mother.
Who’s in it. The 14 stars Jack Wild as Reg, June Brown as The Mother, Cheryl Hall as Reena and Alun Armstrong as Tommy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The 14 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 The 14 page.
If you liked it. Fans of The 14 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The 14 (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The 14 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The 14 worth watching?
- The 14 holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The 14?
- The 14 stars Jack Wild, June Brown, Cheryl Hall, Alun Armstrong and Liz Edmiston.
- When was The 14 released?
- The 14 was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.