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The Spectacular Now

6.720131h 35mRMovieComedyDramaRomance

Sutter, a popular party animal, unexpectedly meets the introverted Aimee after waking up on a stranger's lawn. As Sutter deals with the problems in his life and Aimee plans for her future beyond school, an unexpected romance blossoms between them.

DirectorJames Ponsoldt
WritersScott Neustadter·Michael H. Weber
ProducersAndrew Lauren·Shawn Levy

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by James Ponsoldt

MTMiles Teller
Miles Teller
Sutter Keely
SWShailene Woodley
Shailene Woodley
Aimee Finecky
MHMasam Holden
Masam Holden
Ricky Mehlinger
KDKaitlyn Dever
Kaitlyn Dever
Krystal Krittenbrink
BLBrie Larson
Brie Larson
Cassidy Roy
KCKyle Chandler
Kyle Chandler
Tommy Keely
JLJennifer Jason Leigh
Jennifer Jason Leigh
Sara Keely
MWMary Elizabeth Winstead
Mary Elizabeth Winstead
Holly Keely
KSKaren Strassman
Karen Strassman
Additional Voices (voice)
ARAndre Royo
Andre Royo
Mr. Aster
BOBob Odenkirk
Bob Odenkirk
Dan
NRNicci Roessler
Nicci Roessler
Tara Thompson

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The Spectacular Now — streaming FAQ

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The Spectacular Now is streaming on HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Spectacular Now on Netflix?

No, The Spectacular Now is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

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