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The Sure Thing

6.519851h 35mPG-13MovieComedyDramaRomance

Gib, a beer-guzzling slob, and Alison, an uptight Ivy-Leaguer, are an unlikely duo stuck together on a cross-country trip during Christmas break. At first they get on each other's nerves but, as time passes, they find their divergent…

DirectorRob Reiner
WritersSteve Bloom·Jonathan Roberts
ProducersRoger Birnbaum·Henry Winkler

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 3 other countries

The Sure Thing isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Italy, San Marino, Vatican City. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Rob Reiner

JCJohn Cusack
John Cusack
Walter "Gib" Gibson
DZDaphne Zuniga
Daphne Zuniga
Alison Bradbury
AEAnthony Edwards
Anthony Edwards
Lance
BGBoyd Gaines
Boyd Gaines
Jason
TRTim Robbins
Tim Robbins
Gary Cooper
LPLisa Jane Persky
Lisa Jane Persky
Mary Ann Webster
VLViveca Lindfors
Viveca Lindfors
Professor Taub
NSNicollette Sheridan
Nicollette Sheridan
The Sure Thing
MC
Marcia Christie
Julie
RM
Robert Anthony Marcucci
Bobby
SBSarah Buxton
Sarah Buxton
Sharon
LL
Lorrie Lightle
Lucy

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The Sure Thing — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Sure Thing?

The Sure Thing isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Italy, San Marino and Vatican City. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Sure Thing on Netflix?

No, The Sure Thing is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Sure Thing on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Sure Thing for free?

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