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Outside Bet

4.720121h 41mMovieComedy

Set against the turbulent mid 1980s of money, privatisation, unions and dramatic media evolution: A lifelong group of friends find themselves at the bad end of a redundancy pay-out and invest their savings into a racehorse, hoping that one final race can turn their fortunes around.

DirectorSacha Bennett
WriterNigel Smith
ProducerGraeme Muir

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Cast · Directed by Sacha Bennett

BHBob Hoskins
Bob Hoskins
Percy 'Smudge' Smith
JAJenny Agutter
Jenny Agutter
Shirley Baxter
PDPhil Davis
Phil Davis
Threads
VRVincent Regan
Vincent Regan
Jago
CM
Calum MacNab
Mark 'Bax' Baxter
EAEmily Atack
Emily Atack
Katie
RTRita Tushingham
Rita Tushingham
Martha
DSDudley Sutton
Dudley Sutton
Alfie Hobnails
JMJason Maza
Jason Maza
Mickey
KMKate Magowan
Kate Magowan
Natalie Cheam
TSTerry Stone
Terry Stone
Johnny Gossamer
PBPerry Benson
Perry Benson
Sefton Wallace

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Outside Bet — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Outside Bet?

Outside Bet is streaming on Plex in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Outside Bet on Netflix?

No, Outside Bet is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is Outside Bet on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Outside Bet isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Plex instead.

Where can I watch Outside Bet for free?

Outside Bet is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Canada.