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The Chaperone

6.220191h 43mMovieDrama

In the early 1920s, a Kansas woman finds her life forever changed when she accompanies a young dancer on her fame-seeking journey to New York City.

DirectorMichael Engler
WriterJulian Fellowes
ProducersKarin Catt·Greg Clark

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PBSPBSPBS Masterpiece Amazon ChannelPBS Masterpiece Amazon ChannelWETA+WETA+KanopyKanopyHooplaHooplaKQEDKQED
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Cast · Directed by Michael Engler

EMElizabeth McGovern
Elizabeth McGovern
Norma
HRHaley Lu Richardson
Haley Lu Richardson
Louise Brooks
GRGéza Röhrig
Géza Röhrig
Joseph
VHVictoria Hill
Victoria Hill
Myra Brooks
CSCampbell Scott
Campbell Scott
Alan Carlisle
BDBlythe Danner
Blythe Danner
Mary O'Dell
ABAndrew Burnap
Andrew Burnap
Floyd
MOMiranda Otto
Miranda Otto
Ruth St. Dennis
RFRobert Fairchild
Robert Fairchild
Ted Shawn
MMMatt McGrath
Matt McGrath
Raymond
DP
Daisy Pugh-Weiss
Young Greta
SH
Sean Hudock
Norman Ross

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The Chaperone — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Chaperone?

The Chaperone is streaming on PBS, PBS Masterpiece and WETA+ in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Chaperone on Netflix?

No, The Chaperone is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on PBS and PBS Masterpiece.

Is The Chaperone on Amazon Prime Video?

The Chaperone 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 The Chaperone for free?

The Chaperone is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.