Name: The Assistant
Genre: Drama
Released: 2020-01-31
Duration: 88 min
Cast: Julia Garner, Matthew Macfadyen, Makenzie Leigh, Kristine Froseth, Jonny Orsini

Where to stream The Assistant

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Rent

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Data updated on October 10, 2026. Availability data from JustWatch.

The Assistant plot summary

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.

Details

Release date: January 31, 2020
Runtime: 1h 28m
Genres: Drama
Directed by: Kitty Green
Country: United States
TMDB rating: 6.3 / 10 · 553 votes

The Assistant trailer

Cast

Julia GarnerJane
Matthew MacfadyenWilcock
Makenzie LeighRuby
Kristine FrosethSienna
Jonny OrsiniMale Assistant 2
Noah RobbinsMale Assistant 1
Alexander ChaplinMax
Jay O. SandersBoss (voice)
Juliana CanfieldSasha
Dagmara DominczykEllen

FAQ

Where can I watch The Assistant?

In the United States, The Assistant is available to stream on Netflix and Hulu. It's also free on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, YouTube Free, Plex, Plex Channel, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.