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The Next Big Thing

5.120011h 27mRMovieComedyRomance

A painter who finds success (and true love) after a pickpocket steals one of his works, gives it a false authorship and promotes the imaginary artist to instant success so he can cash in on his ill-gotten gains.

DirectorP.J. Posner
WritersP.J. Posner·Joel Posner
ProducersP.J. Posner·Andrew Fierberg

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Cast · Directed by P.J. Posner

CEChris Eigeman
Chris Eigeman
Gus Bishop
JHJamie Harris
Jamie Harris
Deech Scumble
CBConnie Britton
Connie Britton
Kate Crowley
JZJanet Zarish
Janet Zarish
Florence Rubin
MSMike Starr
Mike Starr
Walter Sznitken
FGFarley Granger
Farley Granger
Arthur Pomposello
MHMarin Hinkle
Marin Hinkle
Shari Lampkin
PGPeter Giles
Peter Giles
Roger
DT
Dechen Thurman
Dechen Thurman
JSJohn Seitz
John Seitz
Mr. Chesick
IG
Ileen Getz
Trish Kane
EHEdward James Hyland
Edward James Hyland
Museum Director

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The Next Big Thing — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Next Big Thing?

The Next Big Thing isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Next Big Thing on Netflix?

No, The Next Big Thing is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is The Next Big Thing on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Next Big Thing isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Next Big Thing for free?

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

What is the OTT release date for The Next Big Thing?

The Next Big Thing hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 27, 2001. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.