The Substitute Wife (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1994, The Substitute Wife is a drama, romance, tv movie and western film directed by Peter Werner, running about 92 minutes. “A family in need... A strong woman... She was the perfect solution.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In Nebraska, in pioneer days, a woman who knows she is going to die asks a prostitute to replace her with her husband and four children in order to make it possible for them to keep their family farm.
Who’s in it. The Substitute Wife stars Farrah Fawcett as Pearl, Lea Thompson as Amy Hightower, Peter Weller as Martin Hightower and Gail Cronauer as Isabel Donahue, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Substitute Wife has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Substitute Wife page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Substitute Wife tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Substitute Wife (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Substitute Wife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Substitute Wife worth watching?
- The Substitute Wife holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance, tv movie and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Substitute Wife?
- The Substitute Wife stars Farrah Fawcett, Lea Thompson, Peter Weller, Gail Cronauer and Karis Paige Bryant.
- When was The Substitute Wife released?
- The Substitute Wife was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.