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The Silly Manager was released on January 1, 1988 but we couldn't find it on any streaming service yet. Rights can change — try again later.
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The Silly Manager — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams The Silly Manager?
The Silly Manager isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.
Is The Silly Manager on Netflix?
No, The Silly Manager is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.
Is The Silly Manager on Amazon Prime Video?
No, The Silly Manager isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.
Where can I watch The Silly Manager for free?
The Silly Manager isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.
What is the OTT release date for The Silly Manager?
The Silly Manager hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 1988. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.
Is there a sequel to The Silly Manager?
Yes — The Silly Manager is followed by Father and Son's Car (1990) in the 天生我材必有用(系列).
Is there a prequel to The Silly Manager?
Yes — Er Zi Has a Little Hotel (1987) comes before The Silly Manager in the 天生我材必有用(系列).
Is The Silly Manager part of a trilogy?
No — The Silly Manager is part of the 天生我材必有用(系列), which has 5 films.
How many movies are in the 天生我材必有用(系列)?
There are 5 films in the 天生我材必有用(系列): Father & Son (1986), Er Zi Has a Little Hotel (1987), The Silly Manager (1988), Father and Son's Car (1990) and 爷儿俩开歌厅 (1992).
