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The Freshman

6.319901h 42mPGMovieComedyCrime

After a film student gets his belongings stolen, he meets a mobster bearing a startling resemblance to a certain cinematic godfather. Soon, he finds himself caught up in a caper involving endangered species and fine dining.

DirectorAndrew Bergman
WriterAndrew Bergman
ProducerMike Lobell

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Cast · Directed by Andrew Bergman

MBMarlon Brando
Marlon Brando
Carmine Sabatini, aka Jimmy The Toucan
MBMatthew Broderick
Matthew Broderick
Clark Kellogg
BKBruno Kirby
Bruno Kirby
Victor Ray
PMPenelope Ann Miller
Penelope Ann Miller
Tina Sabatini
FWFrank Whaley
Frank Whaley
Steve Bushak
JPJon Polito
Jon Polito
Chuck Greenwald
KWKenneth Welsh
Kenneth Welsh
Dwight Armstrong
RGRichard Gant
Richard Gant
Lloyd Simpson
JM
Jefferson Mappin
Hunter
MSMaximilian Schell
Maximilian Schell
Larry London
PBPaul Benedict
Paul Benedict
Arthur Fleeber
BWBD Wong
BD Wong
Edward

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The Freshman — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Freshman?

The Freshman is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Howdy and YouTube Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Freshman on Netflix?

No, The Freshman is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Howdy.

Is The Freshman on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Freshman is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Freshman for free?

The Freshman is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free and Tubi TV in United States.