---
title: "The Bet"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-bet-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 661679
imdb_id: "tt7311770"
status: "Released"
community_rating: 4.2
vote_count: 8
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Bet (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-bet-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "The Bet" (2020).
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Title: The Bet
Year: 2020
Release Date: 01/07/2020 (US)
Genre: Comedy
Synopsis: A woman makes a bet with her husband that she can get the next man she sees to propose to her.
Character Name: Joan
Tagline: Sometimes love hurts.
Sources [2], [3], [4] mention cast and crew exist but provide no specific names.
Drafting Sentence 1 (No spoilers): The Bet is a comedy film released in the United States on January 7, 2020.
Drafting Sentence 2 (Plot/Synopsis): The story follows a woman named Joan.
Drafting Sentence 3 (Plot detail): Joan makes a bet with her husband regarding her ability to get the next man she sees to propose to her.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Pluto TV, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Joan Carr-Wiggin

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Natasha Little** as *Isabel*
- **Douglas Hodge** as *Albert*
- **Colin Salmon** as *Cal*
- **Linda Kash** as *Jennifer*
- **Joseph Kell** as *Max*
- **Katie Boland** as *Maggie*
- **Alex McCooeye** as *Kevin*
- **Misha Rasaiah** as *Marianne*
- **Kevin Vidal** as *Marvin Smith*
- **Marty Adams** as *Ralph*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Bet online?
The Bet is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Bet worth watching?
The Bet holds a community rating of 4.2/10 based on 8 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Bet and when was it released?
The Bet is a feature film with a runtime of 110 minutes. It was released in 2020. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Bet?
The Bet was directed by Joan Carr-Wiggin.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Bet — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/661679)
- [The Bet (2020) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7311770/fullcredits/)
- [The Bet (2020) - Full Cast and Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-bet/rIbAzZDiZ7uIfxYJmIesf5/credits/)
- [The Bet (2020) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-bet-2020/credits)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*