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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

MIMarin Ireland
Marin Ireland
Rebecca
PSPaul Sparks
Paul Sparks
Bobby
AMAasif Mandvi
Aasif Mandvi
Sarfras
RKRichard Kind
Richard Kind
Ian
TWTom Wopat
Tom Wopat
Detective Jones
GRGloria Reuben
Gloria Reuben
Greta
RAReiko Aylesworth
Reiko Aylesworth
Kinsky
KBKerry Bishé
Kerry Bishé
April
SCScott Cohen
Scott Cohen
Jonny
MTMyra Lucretia Taylor
Myra Lucretia Taylor
Lara
SJSakina Jaffrey
Sakina Jaffrey
Nurse
JW
John Thomas Waite
Thaddeus Battersby

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The Understudy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Understudy?

The Understudy is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video Free and Amazon MX Player in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Understudy on Netflix?

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

Is The Understudy on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Understudy for free?

The Understudy is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video Free and Amazon MX Player in United Kingdom.