The Newcomer (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1976, The Newcomer is a comedy film directed by Richard de Medeiros, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Agouénou, a newcomer to a government agency, takes on the entrenched corruption and butts heads with the leader of the old-guard, Sénou. The film features music composed and performed by Nigerian Afrobeat luminary Fela Kuti.
Who’s in it. The Newcomer stars Agnès Chichi, Sébastien De Souza, Michel Djondo and Sikirou Ogoujobi.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Newcomer sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Newcomer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Newcomer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Newcomer (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Newcomer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Newcomer worth watching?
- The Newcomer holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Newcomer?
- The Newcomer stars Agnès Chichi, Sébastien De Souza, Michel Djondo and Sikirou Ogoujobi.
- When was The Newcomer released?
- The Newcomer was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.