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Please Stand By

6.820181h 33mPG-13MovieComedyDrama

A young autistic woman runs away from her caregiver in order to boldly go and deliver her 500-page Star Trek script to a writing competition in Hollywood. On an adventure full of laughter and tears, Wendy follows the guiding spirit of Mr. Spock on her journey into the unknown.

DirectorBen Lewin
WriterMichael Golamco
ProducersLara Alameddine·Daniel Dubiecki

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Cast · Directed by Ben Lewin

Dakota Fanning
Dakota Fanning
Wendy Welcott
Alice Eve
Alice Eve
Audrey
Toni Collette
Toni Collette
Scottie
River Alexander
River Alexander
Sam
Shawn Roe
Shawn Roe
Derrick
Tony Revolori
Tony Revolori
Nemo
Lexi Aaron
Lexi Aaron
Herself
Michael Stahl-David
Michael Stahl-David
Jack
Jessica Rothe
Jessica Rothe
Julie
Lara Lihiya
Lara Lihiya
Madeline
Robin Weigert
Robin Weigert
Officer Doyle
Patton Oswalt
Patton Oswalt
Officer Frank

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Please Stand By — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Please Stand By?

Please Stand By is streaming on fuboTV, YouTube TV and Magnolia Selects in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Please Stand By on Netflix?

No, Please Stand By is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on fuboTV and YouTube TV.

Is Please Stand By on Amazon Prime Video?

Please Stand By 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 Please Stand By for free?

Please Stand By is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.