Looking to watch The Candidate? Michael Ritchie's 1972 Drama film is available through several streaming and digital platforms. It's currently streaming on YouTube TV, YouTube, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV. Rental options start at $3.99, available on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Spectrum On Demand, and Google Play Movies. If you'd like to own it digitally, you can buy The Candidate starting from $9.99 on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Google Play Movies. The film holds a 65% audience score.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, The Candidate is not currently available on Netflix. You can stream it on YouTube TV instead.
Yes, The Candidate is available to watch for free on YouTube, YouTube Free, Tubi TV.
The most affordable option is to rent The Candidate on Apple TV Store for $3.99.
Yes, you can purchase The Candidate digitally starting at $9.99 on Apple TV Store.
Release Dates
Theatrical
Jun 29, 1972
DVD
Oct 29, 1997
