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The Baxter

6.020051h 31mPG-13MovieComedyRomance

Mild mannered tax accountant Elliot Sherman is what he calls a "Baxter": the kind of calm, unexciting fellow who "wears sock garters" and "enjoys raking leaves." Loved by bosses and parents, Elliot is a perfectly nice guy. And that's his problem.

DirectorMichael Showalter
WriterMichael Showalter
ProducersCaroline Kaplan·Galt Niederhoffer

Where to watch

AMC+AMC+AMC+ Amazon ChannelAMC+ Amazon ChannelAMC Plus Apple TV channelAMC Plus Apple TV channel
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Michael Showalter

MSMichael Showalter
Michael Showalter
Elliot Sherman
EBElizabeth Banks
Elizabeth Banks
Caroline Swann
MWMichelle Williams
Michelle Williams
Cecil Mills
JTJustin Theroux
Justin Theroux
Bradley Lake
ZOZak Orth
Zak Orth
Wendall Wimms
MBMichael Ian Black
Michael Ian Black
Ed
CBCatherine Lloyd Burns
Catherine Lloyd Burns
Stella
PDPeter Dinklage
Peter Dinklage
Benson Hedges
PRPaul Rudd
Paul Rudd
Dan Abbott
KP
Katharine Powell
Sonya Simmons
JDJon DeVries
Jon DeVries
Alan Swann
DMDonna Mitchell
Donna Mitchell
Judy Swann

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The Baxter — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Baxter?

The Baxter is streaming on AMC+ and AMC Plus in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Baxter on Netflix?

No, The Baxter is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on AMC+ and AMC Plus.

Is The Baxter on Amazon Prime Video?

The Baxter isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Baxter for free?

The Baxter is available on AMC+ and AMC Plus in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.