The Uncle (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1965, The Uncle is a drama film directed by Desmond Davis, running about 87 minutes. “A little boy's life is turned upside by the unwelcome arrival of his unruly nephew” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Gus is a seven-year-old uncle who struggles with the responsibility placed upon him when his nephew Tom comes to spend the summer holidays with his family.
Who’s in it. The Uncle stars Rupert Davies as David Morton, Brenda Bruce as Addie Morton, Robert Duncan as Gus Morton and Ann Lynn as Sally Morton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Uncle 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 Uncle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Uncle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Uncle (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Uncle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Uncle worth watching?
- The Uncle 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 The Uncle?
- The Uncle stars Rupert Davies, Brenda Bruce, Robert Duncan, Ann Lynn and Christopher Ariss.
- When was The Uncle released?
- The Uncle was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.