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The Alternate

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The President of the United States, in the midst of negative public opinion, is kidnapped while attending a charity function. However, this is all part of a plan to boost his ratings, the 'kidnappers' being a CIA black ops team. It seems…

DirectorSam Firstenberg
WriterBryan Genesse
ProducersDanny Dimbort·Frank DeMartini

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Tubi TVTubi TV
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Sam Firstenberg

EREric Roberts
Eric Roberts
The Replacement
BGBryan Genesse
Bryan Genesse
The Leader
JBJohn Beck
John Beck
President Fallbrook
MMMichael Madsen
Michael Madsen
Agent Briggs
IIce-T
Ice-T
Agent Williams
BTBrooke Theiss
Brooke Theiss
Mary
LMLarry Manetti
Larry Manetti
Agent Harris
EREliza Roberts
Eliza Roberts
Chief of Staff Donaldson
JB
J. Cynthia Brooks
Mrs. Fallbrook
RSRichard Steinmetz
Richard Steinmetz
Swat Leader
HM
Heidi Jo Markel
Reporter
STSven-Ole Thorsen
Sven-Ole Thorsen
Secret Service Agent

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More from Sam Firstenberg · Director

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The Alternate — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Alternate?

The Alternate is streaming on Tubi TV in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Alternate on Netflix?

No, The Alternate is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Tubi TV.

Is The Alternate on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Alternate isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch The Alternate for free?

The Alternate is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV in Australia.