Hand in Hand (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1961, Hand in Hand is a drama and family film directed by Philip Leacock, running about 73 minutes. “Here is Drama That Will Open Your Eyes and Awaken Your Heart!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Seven-year-olds Michael and Rachel are best friends who do everything together and who have vowed to remain friends "forever and ever and can't be parted for never and never". Unfortunately, the society that Michael and Rachel live in is one of religious intolerance. The fact that Michael is Irish Catholic and Rachel is Jewish is a point of conflict for just about everyone in the community.
Who’s in it. Hand in Hand stars Philip Needs as Michael O'Malley, Loretta Parry as Rachel Mathias, Kathleen Byron as Mrs. O'Malley and Finlay Currie as Mr. Pritchard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Hand in Hand has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hand in Hand page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hand in Hand tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hand in Hand (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hand in Hand change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hand in Hand worth watching?
- Hand in Hand holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hand in Hand?
- Hand in Hand stars Philip Needs, Loretta Parry, Kathleen Byron, Finlay Currie and Arnold Diamond.
- When was Hand in Hand released?
- Hand in Hand was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.