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The Understudy

20121h 41mMovieComedyDrama

A perennial understudy takes matters into her own hands to achieve fame at any price.

DirectorsDavid Conolly·Hannah Davis
WritersHannah Davis·David Conolly
ProducersJean Boht·Carl Davis

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Cast · Directed by David Conolly

Marin Ireland
Marin Ireland
Rebecca
Paul Sparks
Paul Sparks
Bobby
Aasif Mandvi
Aasif Mandvi
Sarfras
Richard Kind
Richard Kind
Ian
Tom Wopat
Tom Wopat
Detective Jones
Gloria Reuben
Gloria Reuben
Greta
Reiko Aylesworth
Reiko Aylesworth
Kinsky
Kerry Bishé
Kerry Bishé
April
Scott Cohen
Scott Cohen
Jonny
Myra Lucretia Taylor
Myra Lucretia Taylor
Lara
Sakina Jaffrey
Sakina Jaffrey
Nurse
John Thomas Waite
John Thomas Waite
Thaddeus Battersby

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The Understudy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Understudy?

The Understudy is streaming on Fawesome in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Understudy on Netflix?

No, The Understudy is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Fawesome.

Is The Understudy on Amazon Prime Video?

The Understudy 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 Understudy for free?

The Understudy is available to stream free (with ads) on Fawesome in United States.