Hide and Seek (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1972, Hide and Seek is a crime and adventure film directed by David Eady, running about 65 minutes.
What it’s about. A young boy runs away from an approved school to meet up with his father in the hope that he can persuade his dad to allow him to travel to Canada with him. He also meets up with two local children and discovers that his father is instead planning a bank heist.
Who’s in it. Hide and Seek stars Peter Newby as Keith, Gary Kemp as Chris, Eileen Fletcher as Beverley and Robin Askwith as Fake Police Constable, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Hide and Seek has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hide and Seek page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hide and Seek tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hide and Seek (1972)?
- In GB, Hide and Seek is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hide and Seek worth watching?
- Hide and Seek holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hide and Seek?
- Hide and Seek stars Peter Newby, Gary Kemp, Eileen Fletcher, Robin Askwith and Roger Avon.
- When was Hide and Seek released?
- Hide and Seek was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.