

The Substitute
1961, English. Directed by Dušan Vukotić.
With magic inflatable objects that spring to life to fill his every need, a flippant beachgoer wants for nothing. Well... almost nothing.
- Runtime
- 0h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 50 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Substitute
The Substitute isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 31 December 1961.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 31 December 1961
- Original title
- Surogat
- Country
- Yugoslavia
- Written by
- Rudolf Sremec
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The Substitute: quick answers
Is The Substitute worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 50 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Substitute?
The Substitute runs 10 minutes (0h 10m).
Does The Substitute have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Substitute. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Substitute parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Substitute yet.
Which OTT platform is The Substitute on?
The Substitute isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 31 December 1961. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Substitute?
If you liked The Substitute, try Carl's Date, Maggie Simpson in "Playdate with Destiny", Ferdinand the Bull.
Who directed The Substitute?
The Substitute (1961) was directed by Dušan Vukotić.