The Candidate (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2016, The Candidate is a comedy film directed by Daniel Hendler, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. One needn’t be a cynic to recognize that a politician’s persona is very much a designed thing, the product of various minds—and various agendas. Martín Marchand, the titular character, radiates charisma, intelligence and commitment—attributes that seem set to win Marchand his country’s highest office. But as his team of advisers and creatives assemble at his country home to devise campaign strategies, it appears that not everyone present agrees that a Marchand presidency is a foregone conclusion.
Who’s in it. The Candidate stars Diego De Paula as Martín Marchand, Matías Singer as Mateo Borrás, Ana Katz as Laura Ambrosio and José Luis Arias as Asistente Gabriel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Candidate has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Candidate page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Candidate tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Candidate (2016)?
- In US, The Candidate is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Candidate worth watching?
- The Candidate holds an audience score of 5.7 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 Candidate?
- The Candidate stars Diego De Paula, Matías Singer, Ana Katz, José Luis Arias and César Troncoso.
- When was The Candidate released?
- The Candidate was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.