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The Alternate

3.320001h 35mMovieActionThriller

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
ProducersFrank DeMartini·Danny Dimbort

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 3 other countries

The Alternate isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Australia, United Kingdom, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per 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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The Alternate — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Alternate?

The Alternate isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Australia, United Kingdom and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Alternate on Netflix?

No, The Alternate is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The Alternate on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Alternate isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Alternate for free?

The Alternate isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.