Where to watch
Not available in United States
Streaming in 47 other countries
The Next Best Thing isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Algeria, Argentina, Austria, Belize and 43 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.
Cast · Directed by John Schlesinger
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Madonna
Abbie Reynolds
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Rupert Everett
Robert Whittaker
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Benjamin Bratt
Ben Cooper
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Malcolm Stumpf
Sam
JS
Josef Sommer
Richard Whittaker
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Suzanne Krull
Annabel
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Linda Larkin
Kelly
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Illeana Douglas
Elizabeth Ryder
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Michael Vartan
Kevin Lasater
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Lynn Redgrave
Helen Whittaker
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Neil Patrick Harris
David
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Mark Valley
Cardiologist
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The Next Best Thing — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams The Next Best Thing?
The Next Best Thing isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Argentina, Austria and Bolivia and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.
Is The Next Best Thing on Netflix?
No, The Next Best Thing is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026.
Is The Next Best Thing on Amazon Prime Video?
No, The Next Best Thing isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.
Where can I watch The Next Best Thing for free?
The Next Best Thing isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.
