The Hope (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1964, The Hope is a drama film directed by Karel Kachyňa, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of outcasts, including a vagabond and a prostitute, gather at the outskirts of the industrial area of a large Czech city, one of the things that helps some of them survive is alcohol.
Who’s in it. The Hope stars Rudolf Hrušínský as Lucin, František Peterka as Čtvrtníček, Otto Šimánek as Fojtar and Ladislav Kazda, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Hope 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 Hope page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hope tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hope (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hope change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Hope worth watching?
- The Hope holds an audience score of 6.5 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 Hope?
- The Hope stars Rudolf Hrušínský, František Peterka, Otto Šimánek, Ladislav Kazda and Pavel Spálený.
- When was The Hope released?
- The Hope was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.