Second Best
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Where to watch Second Best in United States
Can I watch Second Best in United States? Yes — you can stream Second Best in United States on YouTube Free, Plex, and Plex Channel, or rent and buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Second Best there. Availability last verified on September 10, 2026.
Where is Second Best streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | YouTube Free, Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Canada | Disney Plus, Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Disney Plus, Netzkino | — |
| Japan | Disney Plus | — |
About Second Best
Second Best is a 1994 English-language drama and family film directed by Chris Menges. The cast is led by William Hurt, Nathan Yapp, Jane Horrocks. It has a runtime of 1h 45m. In United States, it is currently streaming on YouTube Free, Plex, Plex Channel.
Second Best was produced by Regency Enterprises, Alcor Films, and Fron Film Production and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on September 30, 1994, and carries a 12 certification. At the box office it grossed around $0 million worldwide.
- Director
- Chris Menges
- Writers
- David Cook
- Release date
- September 30, 1994
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- 12
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Box office
- $0 million
- Production
- Regency Enterprises, Alcor Films, Fron Film Production
Second Best cast & crew
Second Best was directed by Chris Menges and written by David Cook.
The cast features William Hurt as Graham Holt, Nathan Yapp as Jimmy, Jane Horrocks as Debbie, Prunella Scales as Margery, Keith Allen as John, and Alan Cumming as Bernard.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Simon Boswell, cinematography is by Ashley Rowe, and it was produced by Sarah Radclyffe and Arnon Milchan.
Is Second Best worth watching?
At 1h 45m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and family, Second Best is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Second Best
In United States, you can stream Second Best on YouTube Free, Plex, Plex Channel, and Tubi TV, or rent and buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Second Best
William Hurt
Graham Holt
Nathan Yapp
Jimmy
Jane Horrocks
Debbie
Prunella Scales
Margery
Keith Allen
John
Alan Cumming
Bernard
John Hurt
Uncle Turpin
Nerys Hughes
Maureen
Alfred Lynch
Edward
Chris Cleary Miles
James
Adam Wills
Graham, age 12
Doris Irving
Adoption Shop Volunteer
Second Best — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Second Best in United States?
Second Best is streaming on YouTube Free, Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is Second Best on YouTube Free?
Yes — Second Best is currently available on YouTube Free in United States.
▸What language is Second Best in?
Second Best is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Second Best?
Second Best runs 1 hours 45 minutes (105 minutes).
▸What is Second Best rated?
Second Best is rated 12. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 41 ratings.
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