Looking to watch The Main Event? Howard Zieff's 1979 Comedy film is available through several streaming and digital platforms. It's currently streaming on YouTube Free. Rental options start at $3.99, available on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. If you'd like to own it digitally, you can buy The Main Event starting from $9.99 on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, The Main Event is not currently available on Netflix. You can stream it on YouTube Free instead.
Yes, The Main Event is available to watch for free on YouTube Free.
The most affordable option is to rent The Main Event on Google Play Movies for $3.99.
Yes, you can purchase The Main Event digitally starting at $9.99 on Google Play Movies.
Release Dates
Theatrical
Jun 22, 1979
DVD
Jul 1, 2003
