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The New Guy

6.020021h 28mPG-13MovieComedy

Nerdy high school senior Dizzy Harrison has finally gotten lucky -- after purposely getting expelled, he takes lessons in 'badass cool' from a convict and enrolls at a new school. But can he keep up the ruse?

DirectorEd Decter
WriterDavid Kendall
ProducersMichael Fottrell·Gordon Gray

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NetflixNetflixNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with AdsHooplaHoopla
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ed Decter

DQDJ Qualls
DJ Qualls
Dizzy Harrison / Gil Harris
EDEliza Dushku
Eliza Dushku
Danielle
ZDZooey Deschanel
Zooey Deschanel
Nora
LLLyle Lovett
Lyle Lovett
Bear Harrison
JMJerod Mixon
Jerod Mixon
Kirk
IDIlleana Douglas
Illeana Douglas
Kiki Pierce
PSParry Shen
Parry Shen
Glen
KFKurt Fuller
Kurt Fuller
Mr. Undine
JCJulius Carry
Julius Carry
Coach
MGM.C. Gainey
M.C. Gainey
Clem
EGEddie Griffin
Eddie Griffin
Luther
SMSunny Mabrey
Sunny Mabrey
Courtney

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The New Guy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The New Guy?

The New Guy is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard and Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is The New Guy on Netflix?

Yes — The New Guy is available on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The New Guy on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The New Guy for free?

The New Guy is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.