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The Assistant

6.320201h 28m15MovieDrama

A searing look at a day in the life of an assistant to a powerful executive. As Jane follows her daily routine, she grows increasingly aware of the insidious abuse that threatens every aspect of her position.

DirectorKitty Green
WriterKitty Green
ProducersP. Jennifer Dana·Scott Macaulay

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Cast · Directed by Kitty Green

JGJulia Garner
Julia Garner
Jane
MMMatthew Macfadyen
Matthew Macfadyen
Wilcock
MLMakenzie Leigh
Makenzie Leigh
Ruby
KFKristine Froseth
Kristine Froseth
Sienna
JOJonny Orsini
Jonny Orsini
Male Assistant 2
NRNoah Robbins
Noah Robbins
Male Assistant 1
ACAlexander Chaplin
Alexander Chaplin
Max
JSJay O. Sanders
Jay O. Sanders
Boss (voice)
JCJuliana Canfield
Juliana Canfield
Sasha
DDDagmara Dominczyk
Dagmara Dominczyk
Ellen
BHBregje Heinen
Bregje Heinen
Tatiana
CWClara Wong
Clara Wong
Tess

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The Assistant — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Assistant?

The Assistant is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, MUBI and BFI Player in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Assistant on Netflix?

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

Is The Assistant on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Assistant for free?

The Assistant is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free in United Kingdom.