No Time for Tears (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1957, No Time for Tears is a drama film directed by Cyril Frankel, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. No Time for Tears is a moving, sympathetic portrayal of the challenges faced by all those who enter this most demanding yet rewarding of professions – from routine operations to more serious conditions, from anxious, sometimes hostile parents to workplace romance. The lives of the staff and patients of Mayfield Children's Hospital are inextricably woven together with the laughter, tears and devotion that lie behind the work of restoring children to health and happiness.
Who’s in it. No Time for Tears stars Anna Neagle as Matron Eleanor Hammond, George Baker as Dr. Nigel Barnes, Sylvia Syms as Nurse Margaret Collier and Anthony Quayle as Dr. Graham Seagrave, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, No Time for Tears has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch No Time for Tears page.
If you liked it. Fans of No Time for Tears tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch No Time for Tears (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for No Time for Tears change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is No Time for Tears worth watching?
- No Time for Tears holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in No Time for Tears?
- No Time for Tears stars Anna Neagle, George Baker, Sylvia Syms, Anthony Quayle and Flora Robson.
- When was No Time for Tears released?
- No Time for Tears was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.