Second Best
The difficult relationship between a british postal officer and his adoptive son.
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Streaming now in the United States on YouTube Free, Plex, and Tubi TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Second Best
Where can I watch Second Best in the United States?
Second Best is available to stream on YouTube Free, Plex, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Second Best for free?
Second Best streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free, Plex, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Second Best?
Second Best scores 6.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Second Best?
Second Best stars William Hurt, Nathan Yapp, Jane Horrocks, Prunella Scales, and Keith Allen. Chris Menges is the director.
How long is Second Best?
Second Best runs 1h 45m (105 minutes).
When did Second Best come out?
Second Best was released on September 30, 1994.
Which studio made Second Best?
Second Best was produced by Regency Enterprises, Alcor Films, and Fron Film Production in the United Kingdom and the United States.
How much did Second Best make at the box office?
Second Best grossed $86,115 worldwide.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.