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The Substitute

5.920221h 51m15MovieDramaCrime

Lucio, a prestigious university professor, takes the position of substitute teacher at a high school in the suburbs of Buenos Aires, where he grew up. Through tales, novels and poetry, he tries to distract his class from the harsh reality…

DirectorDiego Lerman
WritersDiego Lerman·María Meira
ProducersNicolás Avruj·Diego Lerman

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Cast · Directed by Diego Lerman

JMJuan Minujín
Juan Minujín
Lucio
BLBárbara Lennie
Bárbara Lennie
Mariela
ACAlfredo Castro
Alfredo Castro
El Chileno
RCRita Cortese
Rita Cortese
Amalia
MM
María Merlino
Clara
LA
Lucas Arrúa
Dilan
RL
Renata Lerman
Sol
MKMartín Kohan
Martín Kohan
ARAgustín Rittano
Agustín Rittano
El Perro Olmos
BE
Belen Enguidanos
Vanesa (voice)

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The Substitute — streaming FAQ

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The Substitute is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United Kingdom.

Is The Substitute on Netflix?

Yes — The Substitute is available on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

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