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The Program

6.420151h 43mPG-13MovieDrama

An Irish sports journalist becomes convinced that Lance Armstrong's performances during the Tour de France victories are fueled by banned substances. With this conviction, he starts hunting for evidence that will expose Armstrong.

DirectorStephen Frears
WriterJohn Hodge
ProducersTim Bevan·Eric Fellner

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Cast · Directed by Stephen Frears

BFBen Foster
Ben Foster
Lance Armstrong
COChris O'Dowd
Chris O'Dowd
David Walsh
GCGuillaume Canet
Guillaume Canet
Dr. Ferrari
JPJesse Plemons
Jesse Plemons
Floyd Landis
LPLee Pace
Lee Pace
Bill Stapleton
DMDenis Ménochet
Denis Ménochet
Johan Bruyneel
EHEdward Hogg
Edward Hogg
Frankie Andreu
DHDustin Hoffman
Dustin Hoffman
Bob Hamman
ECElaine Cassidy
Elaine Cassidy
Betsy Andreu
LDLaura Donnelly
Laura Donnelly
Emma O'Reilly
PWPeter Wight
Peter Wight
Sunday Times Editor
NWNathan Wiley
Nathan Wiley
Charles Pelkey

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The Program — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Program?

The Program is streaming on Hoopla, The CW and Pluto TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Program on Netflix?

No, The Program is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Hoopla and The CW.

Is The Program on Amazon Prime Video?

The Program 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 Program for free?

The Program is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and The CW in United States.

Is The Program based on a true story?

Yes — The Program is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).