The Lead (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2020, The Lead is a thriller and tv movie film directed by Philippe Gagnon, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Sasha wants to be a star news reporter but is stuck covering community events at the local TV station. However, when she is kidnapped and held captive, she suddenly becomes the story.
Who’s in it. The Lead stars Perrey Reeves as Diane Baldwin, Kim Shaw as Sasha Bruder, Gord Rand as Aidan Ferguson and Bruce Dinsmore as Gavin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Lead has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In CA you can stream it on Crave and Crave Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lead page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lead tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lead (2020)?
- In CA, The Lead is available to stream on Crave and Crave Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Lead worth watching?
- The Lead holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lead?
- The Lead stars Perrey Reeves, Kim Shaw, Gord Rand, Bruce Dinsmore and Kristin Booth.
- When was The Lead released?
- The Lead was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.