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The Great Pretender

5.020181h 11mMovieDramaComedyRomance

The lives of a French theater director, her ex-boyfriend, and the two actors playing them intersect dramatically.

DirectorNathan Silver
WriterJack Dunphy
ProducersJack Dunphy·Danelle Eliav

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Cast · Directed by Nathan Silver

EGEsther Garrel
Esther Garrel
Therese
KPKeith Poulson
Keith Poulson
Chris
MPMaëlle Poesy-Guichard
Maëlle Poesy-Guichard
Mona
LPLinas Phillips
Linas Phillips
Nick
CGCraig muMs Grant
Craig muMs Grant
Barry
JG
Julian Grady
Henry
DE
Danelle Eliav
Hannah
CWC. Mason Wells
C. Mason Wells
David
EM
Emilie McDonald
Loretta
BSBruce Smolanoff
Bruce Smolanoff
Jerri
PVPeter Vack
Peter Vack
Adrian

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The Great Pretender — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Great Pretender?

The Great Pretender is streaming on Philo, MUBI and OVID in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Great Pretender on Netflix?

No, The Great Pretender is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Philo and MUBI.

Is The Great Pretender on Amazon Prime Video?

The Great Pretender isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Great Pretender for free?

The Great Pretender is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Tubi TV in United States.