Movie

Hard to Hold

“Love is hard to find, when the whole world is watching.”

★ 4.5(14)19841h 33m

Hard to Hold is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store and Amazon Video in Ireland. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 21 July 2026.

Where to watch Hard to Hold

🇮🇪 Ireland

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Good to know

Director: Larry Peerce
Release date: 1984-06-28
Runtime: 1h 33m
Language: English
Status: Released
Studio: Universal Pictures

About Hard to Hold

Hard to Hold is a 1984 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Larry Peerce, starring Rick Springfield, Janet Eilber and Patti Hansen. It has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.5/10 from 14 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Hard to Hold in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Jamie Roberts is a rock star living the highlife when he falls for an intellectual child psychologist who only has ears for classical music. Opposites attract, but his jealous ex-girlfriend isn't ready to give up so easily.

Cast

Rick Springfield

James Roberts

Janet Eilber

Diana Lawson

Patti Hansen

Nicky Nides

Albert Salmi

Johnny Lawson

Gregory Itzin

Owen

Peter Van Norden

Casserole

Bill Mumy

The James Roberts Band - Keyboard

Tony Fox Sales

The James Roberts Band - Guitar

Mike Baird

The James Roberts Band - Drums

Robert Popwell

The James Roberts Band - Bass

Tracy Brooks Swope

Toby

Heather Haase

Cal Mussetter

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Hard to Hold in Ireland?+

In Ireland, Hard to Hold is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store and Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Hard to Hold on Netflix?+

Hard to Hold is not on Netflix in Ireland right now.

How long is Hard to Hold?+

Hard to Hold has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Who stars in Hard to Hold?+

Hard to Hold stars Rick Springfield, Janet Eilber, Patti Hansen, Albert Salmi and Gregory Itzin.

When did Hard to Hold come out?+

Hard to Hold is a 1984 movie directed by Larry Peerce.

What genre is Hard to Hold?+

Hard to Hold is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed Hard to Hold?+

Hard to Hold was directed by Larry Peerce.