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Election

6.919991h 43m15MovieComedyDrama

A high school teacher meets his match in an over-achieving student politician.

DirectorAlexander Payne
WritersAlexander Payne·Jim Taylor
ProducersVan Toffler·Albert Berger

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Cast · Directed by Alexander Payne

MBMatthew Broderick
Matthew Broderick
Jim McAllister
RWReese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon
Tracy Flick
CKChris Klein
Chris Klein
Paul Metzler
JCJessica Campbell
Jessica Campbell
Tammy Metzler
MHMark Harelik
Mark Harelik
Dave Novotny
PRPhil Reeves
Phil Reeves
Walt Hendricks
MHMolly Hagan
Molly Hagan
Diane McAllister
DDDelaney Driscoll
Delaney Driscoll
Linda Novotny
CCColleen Camp
Colleen Camp
Judith Flick
FIFrankie Ingrassia
Frankie Ingrassia
Lisa Flanagan
MMMatt Malloy
Matt Malloy
Vice-Principal Bell
JJJeanine Jackson
Jeanine Jackson
Jo Metzler

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Election — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Election?

Election is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Election on Netflix?

No, Election is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is Election on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Election is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Election for free?

Election is available on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.