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The Baxter

6.020051h 31mPG-13MovieComedyRomance

Mild mannered tax accountant Elliot Sherman is what he calls a "Baxter": the kind of calm, unexciting fellow who "wears sock garters" and "enjoys raking leaves." Loved by bosses and parents, Elliot is a perfectly nice guy. And that's his problem.

DirectorMichael Showalter
WriterMichael Showalter
ProducersHolly Becker·Caroline Kaplan

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PhiloPhilo
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Cast · Directed by Michael Showalter

MSMichael Showalter
Michael Showalter
Elliot Sherman
EBElizabeth Banks
Elizabeth Banks
Caroline Swann
MWMichelle Williams
Michelle Williams
Cecil Mills
JTJustin Theroux
Justin Theroux
Bradley Lake
ZOZak Orth
Zak Orth
Wendall Wimms
MBMichael Ian Black
Michael Ian Black
Ed
CBCatherine Lloyd Burns
Catherine Lloyd Burns
Stella
PDPeter Dinklage
Peter Dinklage
Benson Hedges
PRPaul Rudd
Paul Rudd
Dan Abbott
KP
Katharine Powell
Sonya Simmons
JDJon DeVries
Jon DeVries
Alan Swann
DMDonna Mitchell
Donna Mitchell
Judy Swann

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The Baxter — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Baxter?

The Baxter is streaming on Philo in United States, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Baxter on Netflix?

No, The Baxter is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Philo.

Is The Baxter on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Baxter isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Philo instead.

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The Baxter is available on Philo in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.