Sidekick (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 8.1
Released in 2016, Sidekick is an action, fantasy, drama and family film directed by Jeff Cassidy, running about 15 minutes. “There's a hero in all of us.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A struggling father uses a bedtime story to impart an important life lesson to his son.
Who’s in it. Sidekick stars Josh Dallas as James / Captain Strong, Emily Bett Rickards as Emma / The Princess, Tom Cavanagh as Darkman and Christian Michael Cooper as Billy / Shockwave, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, Sidekick 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 Sidekick page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sidekick tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sidekick (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sidekick change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sidekick worth watching?
- Sidekick holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, fantasy, drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sidekick?
- Sidekick stars Josh Dallas, Emily Bett Rickards, Tom Cavanagh, Christian Michael Cooper and Kyra Zagorsky.
- When was Sidekick released?
- Sidekick was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 15 minutes.