Last Chance to Catch This Hidden Gem Before It Disappears…Time is quietly running out. A charming comedy-drama is about to leave Netflix in the coming days — and if you’ve ever believed in unexpected love stories, this might be your final moment to experience it. Set in the heart of London, the film brings together an unforgettable cast. From the subtle brilliance of Lesley Manville and James Norton, to the undeniable chemistry between Diane Keaton and Brendan Gleeson — every moment feels warm, human, and quietly magical. First released in the UK in 2017, this is not a loud film. It doesn’t try to overwhelm you. Instead… it gently finds its way into your heart. It’s about connection when you least expect it. About finding light in the most ordinary corners of life. And about the kind of love that arrives softly — but stays. Soon, it’ll be gone. No big goodbye. No second chances. Just one of those stories you either experience… or forever miss. K2
A comedy-drama movie that boasts Lesley Manville and James Norton in its supporting cast is set to leave Netflix in the coming days — so consider this your final warning to fall for its charms. The London-set Hampstead, starring the late icon Diane Keaton alongside Brendan Gleeson as the romantic leads, was first released in the UK back in 2017.
Norton plays Emily’s son, while Manville can be seen as her self-serving neighbour.
The film was met with a muted reception from critics upon its original release and has a 43% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes — but there’s plenty to love about it. The Wrap praised a “terrific” Keaton, and The Standard called her a “refreshing romantic lead”.
Now, it’s one of several movies being removed from Netflix on Saturday, 1 November.
That means your final chance to watch it will be this Friday, 31 October — a treat for anyone looking for the polar opposite of spooky Halloween viewing.
The critically-lauded Parasite, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture, won’t be far behind: it’s slated to leave the streamer on Sunday, 2 November.
Aside from Hampstead, fans of Lesley Manville can see her with Aidan Turner in the “seductive” Les Liaisons Dangereuses at London’s National Theatre next year.
Norton, meanwhile, has joined the star-studded Beatles biopics as Brian Epstein, the band’s long-term manager.