The Best Ken Loach Movies Ranked And Where to Watch them

If you're looking for the best Ken Loach movies of all time then here is a definitive list. We rank every movie directed by Ken Loach based on their popularity score from IMDB from best to worst. Click on the ‘see more’ button to find out where to watch them in Australia covering all streaming services. In October 2025 there are 6 films in this list.

List of the Best Movies Directed by Ken Loach In Order of Popularity

  1. I, Daniel Blake
  2. Sorry We Missed You
  3. The Angels' Share
  4. The Navigators
  5. Jimmy's Hall
  6. Route Irish

Stream the top 6 Movies directed by Ken Loach

1. I, Daniel Blake

Rated: MA15+

7.8/10

A middle aged carpenter, who requires state welfare after injuring himself, is joined by a single mother in a similar scenario.

2. Sorry We Missed You

Rated: MA15+

7.6/10

Ricky and his family have been fighting an uphill struggle against debt since the 2008 financial crash. An opportunity to wrestle back some independence appears with a shiny new van and the chance to run a franchise as a self-employed delivery driver. It's hard work, and his wife's job as a carer is no easier. The family unit is strong but when both are pulled in different directions everything comes to breaking point.

3. The Angels' Share

Rated: MA15+

7/10

Narrowly avoiding jail, new dad Robbie vows to turn over a new leaf. A visit to a whisky distillery inspires him and his mates to seek a way out of their hopeless lives.

4. The Navigators

Rated: MA15+

6.9/10

In South Yorkshire, a small group of railway maintenance men discover that because of privatization, their lives will never be the same. When the trusty British Rail sign is replaced by one reading East Midland Infrastructure, it is clear that there will be the inevitable winners and losers as downsizing and efficiency become the new buzzwords.

5. Jimmy's Hall

Rated: PG-13

6.7/10

Jimmy Gralton returns from New York and reopens his beloved community hall, only to meet opposition from the local parish.

6. Route Irish

Rated: MA15+

6.4/10

A private security contractor in Iraq rejects the official explanation of his friend's death and decides to investigate.