The Substitute (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Series · ★ 7.6
Released in 2019, The Substitute is a reality and kids series.
What it’s about. In this hidden camera prank show, celebrities are transformed by a team of special effects artists to go undercover as substitute teachers to surprise a class of unsuspecting students. A $25,000 donation will be made to each school.
Who’s in it. The Substitute stars John Cena as Himself, Ne-Yo as Self, Jace Norman as Himself and Lilly Singh as Herself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, The Substitute has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Substitute page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Substitute tend to enjoy The Kardashians, The Simpsons, Drawn Together and Clarkson's Farm.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Substitute (2019)?
- In US, The Substitute is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Substitute worth watching?
- The Substitute holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy reality and kids. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Substitute?
- The Substitute stars John Cena, Ne-Yo, Jace Norman, Lilly Singh and Nikki Garcia.
- When was The Substitute released?
- The Substitute was released in 2019.