Where to watch Irene Handl in the UK
Find every Irene Handl film and TV show streaming, free, or available to rent in the UK. Updated daily — verified 4 August 2026.
Irene Handl (27 December 1901 – 29 November 1987) was a British character actress who appeared in more than 100 British films; she also wrote novels. Irene Handl was born in Maida Vale, London, the younger of two daughters of an Austrian-born father—Friedrich (later Frederick) Handl (1874–1961) and German mother, Marie (née Schiepp or Schuepp; 1875 – before 1924). Both of Handl's parents became naturalised British citizens. Her father came to England via Switzerland and started as a bank clerk, before becoming a stockbroker, then became a private banker. The Handls lived a comfortable middle-…
Irene Handl films streaming in the UK
Most-watched films featuring Irene Handl, available across UK streaming, rent and buy.
Irene Handl TV shows streaming in the UK
Selected TV credits featuring Irene Handl.
Full filmography
Every credit ScreenSearch indexes for Irene Handl, ranked by popularity. Click any title for UK streaming, rent and buy options.
- Theatre 625 (1964) as Agnes Oaks
- The Adventures of Robin Hood (1955) as Polly
- Strange Experiences (1955) as Women
- The Italian Job (1969) as Miss Peach
- Hancock's Half Hour (1956) Cast
- Dramarama (1983) as Maureen
- Brief Encounter (1945) as The Cellist and Organist (uncredited)
- The Kenny Everett Television Show (1982) as Self
- In Sickness and in Health (1985) as Gwenneth
- Super Gran (1985) as Clinging Ivey
- The Fosters (1976) as Mrs Draper
- Stryker of the Yard (1961) Cast
- Ben Travers Farces (1970) as Mrs. Bugle
- Mapp & Lucia (1985) as Poppy, Duchess of Sheffield
- Educating Archie (1958) as Mrs. Twissle
- Theatre Night (1985) as Nurse
- The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970) as Mrs. Hudson
- Metal Mickey (1980) as Granny
- For the Love of Ada (1970) as Ada Cresswell
- Stage Fright (1950) as Mrs. Mason (uncredited)
- Carry On Nurse (1959) as Marge Hickson
- The Belles of St Trinian's (1954) as Miss Gale
- Come Play with Me (1977) as Lady Bovington
- The Wrong Box (1966) as Mrs. Hackett
- The Last Remake of Beau Geste (1977) as Miss Wormwood
- The Cannon & Ball Show (1979) as Irene The Neigbour
- The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle (1980) as Cinema Usherette
- On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (1970) as Winnie Wainwhisle
- I'm All Right Jack (1959) as Mrs. Kite
- The Key (1958) as Clerk
- Absolute Beginners (1986) as Mrs Larkin
- Wonderwall (1969) as Mrs. Peurofoy
- Adventures of a Private Eye (1977) as Miss Friggin
- A Kid for Two Farthings (1955) as Mrs. Abramowitz
- Carry On Constable (1960) as Willie's Mother
- School for Scoundrels (1960) as Mrs Stringer
- Two-Way Stretch (1960) as Mrs. Price
- Mum's Boys (1968) Cast
- Night Train to Munich (1940) as Stationmaster (uncredited)
- Never Say Die (1987) Cast
Irene Handl — FAQ
Where can I watch Irene Handl films in the UK?
Irene Handl's films and TV shows are available across UK streaming services. Click any title in the filmography below to see exactly which UK service has it — Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+, BBC iPlayer, ITVX, NOW, Sky, MUBI and more — updated daily.
What are Irene Handl's most popular films?
Most-watched Irene Handl films currently: The Italian Job (1969), Brief Encounter (1945), The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970), Stage Fright (1950), Carry On Nurse (1959).
What TV shows has Irene Handl appeared in?
Selected TV credits: Theatre 625 (1964), The Adventures of Robin Hood (1955), Strange Experiences (1955), Hancock's Half Hour (1956), Dramarama (1983).
Looking for a specific title?
Type any film or TV show and ScreenSearch will instantly tell you which UK service has it.
Search any title