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Backstabbing for Beginners

2018·Movie·R·108 min·★ 6.2(223)

“If you dig too deep, you may not like what comes up”

An idealistic young employee at the U.N. investigates the grisly murder of his predecessor – and uncovers a vast global conspiracy that may involve his own boss.

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Where to watch Backstabbing for Beginners in United States

Can I watch Backstabbing for Beginners in United States? Yes — you can stream Backstabbing for Beginners in United States on JustWatch TV Plus, JustWatch TV Free, and Kanopy, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Click a service to open Backstabbing for Beginners there. Availability last verified on November 9, 2026.

Where is Backstabbing for Beginners streaming around the world?

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CanadaSuper Channel Plus, Super Channel Amazon Channel, fuboTV, Tubi TVApple TV Store, CosmoGo
Australia—Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube
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France—Apple TV Store, Orange VOD, Canal VOD
Spain—Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
Brazil—Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video

About Backstabbing for Beginners

Backstabbing for Beginners is a 2018 English-language thriller, drama and history film directed by Per Fly. The cast is led by Theo James, Jacqueline Bisset, Ben Kingsley. It has a runtime of 1h 48m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on JustWatch TV Plus, JustWatch TV Free, Kanopy.

Backstabbing for Beginners was produced by Fortitude International, Eyeworks Scandi Fiction, and Creative Alliance and made in Canada and Denmark. It was released on January 18, 2018, and carries a R certification.

Director
Per Fly
Writers
Per Fly, Daniel Pyne
Release date
January 18, 2018
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
Canada, Denmark
Production
Fortitude International, Eyeworks Scandi Fiction, Creative Alliance
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Backstabbing for Beginners cast & crew

Backstabbing for Beginners was directed by Per Fly and written by Per Fly and Daniel Pyne.

The cast features Theo James as Michael, Jacqueline Bisset as Christina Dupre, Ben Kingsley as Pasha, Rossif Sutherland as Trevor, Brian Markinson as Rasnetsov, and Rachel Wilson as Lily.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Brendan Steacy and it was produced by Theo James and Lars Knudsen.

Is Backstabbing for Beginners worth watching?

Backstabbing for Beginners holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 223 ratings, a solidly received thriller films.

At 1h 48m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy thriller, drama, and history, Backstabbing for Beginners is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Backstabbing for Beginners

In United States, you can stream Backstabbing for Beginners on JustWatch TV Plus, JustWatch TV Free, Kanopy, Hoopla, and The Roku Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Backstabbing for Beginners

Theo James

Theo James

Michael

Jacqueline Bisset

Jacqueline Bisset

Christina Dupre

Ben Kingsley

Ben Kingsley

Pasha

Rossif Sutherland

Rossif Sutherland

Trevor

Brian Markinson

Brian Markinson

Rasnetsov

Rachel Wilson

Rachel Wilson

Lily

Belçim Bilgin

Belçim Bilgin

Nashim

Shauna MacDonald

Shauna MacDonald

Reporter

Daniela Lavender

Daniela Lavender

Ruth

Aidan Devine

Aidan Devine

Justin Cutter

Peshang Rad

Peshang Rad

Hassan

Mishu Vellani

Mishu Vellani

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Backstabbing for Beginners — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Backstabbing for Beginners in United States?

Backstabbing for Beginners is streaming on JustWatch TV Plus, JustWatch TV Free, Kanopy, Hoopla in United States.

▸Is Backstabbing for Beginners on JustWatch TV Plus?

Yes — Backstabbing for Beginners is currently available on JustWatch TV Plus in United States.

▸What language is Backstabbing for Beginners in?

Backstabbing for Beginners is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is Backstabbing for Beginners?

Backstabbing for Beginners runs 1 hours 48 minutes (108 minutes).

▸What is Backstabbing for Beginners rated?

Backstabbing for Beginners is rated R. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 223 ratings.

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