The Best and the Brightest (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 2010, The Best and the Brightest is a comedy film directed by Josh Shelov, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the world of New York City's elite private kindergartens, The Best and the Brightest centers on a fresh-faced young couple, Samantha and Jeff, who have only recently moved into town. The comedy centers on their dawning realization of the lengths they must go to in order to get their five-year-old daughter into school.
Who’s in it. The Best and the Brightest stars Neil Patrick Harris as Jeff, Bonnie Somerville as Samantha, Peter Serafinowicz as Clark and Bridget Regan as Robin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, The Best and the Brightest has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Best and the Brightest page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Best and the Brightest tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Best and the Brightest (2010)?
- In US, The Best and the Brightest is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Best and the Brightest worth watching?
- The Best and the Brightest holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Best and the Brightest?
- The Best and the Brightest stars Neil Patrick Harris, Bonnie Somerville, Peter Serafinowicz, Bridget Regan and Jenna Stern.
- When was The Best and the Brightest released?
- The Best and the Brightest was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.