The Novice (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2021, The Novice is a thriller and drama film directed by Lauren Hadaway, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. A college freshman joins her university's rowing team and undertakes an obsessive physical and psychological journey to make it to the top varsity boat, no matter the cost.
Who’s in it. The Novice stars Isabelle Fuhrman as Alex, Amy Forsyth as Jamie, Dilone as Dani and Jonathan Cherry as Coach Pete, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Novice has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $24.3K at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and Sundance Now and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Novice page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Novice tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Novice (2021)?
- In US, The Novice is available to stream on Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel and YouTube TV, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Novice worth watching?
- The Novice holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Novice?
- The Novice stars Isabelle Fuhrman, Amy Forsyth, Dilone, Jonathan Cherry and Kate Drummond.
- When was The Novice released?
- The Novice was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.