The Contender
The vice president is dead, and as the president makes his choice for a replacement, a secret contest of wills is being waged by a formidable rival. When Senator Laine Hanson is nominated as the first woman in history to hold the office, hidden agendas explode into a battle for power.
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Frequently asked questions about The Contender
Where can I watch The Contender in the United States?
The Contender is available to stream on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto 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 The Contender for free?
The Contender streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Contender?
The Contender scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Contender?
The Contender stars Joan Allen, Gary Oldman, Jeff Bridges, Christian Slater, and Sam Elliott. Rod Lurie is the director.
How long is The Contender?
The Contender runs 2h 6m (126 minutes).
When did The Contender come out?
The Contender was released on October 13, 2000.
Which studio made The Contender?
The Contender was produced by Cinerenta, Cinecontender Internationale, and Battleplan Productions in Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
What was the budget for The Contender?
The Contender was made on a budget of $20,000,000.
How much did The Contender make at the box office?
The Contender grossed $22,428,990 worldwide, against a budget of $20,000,000.
What languages is The Contender in?
The Contender is in German and English, and its original language is English.
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.