The Best and the Brightest
2010, English. Directed by Josh Shelov.
Set in the world of New York City's elite private kindergartens, The Best and the Brightest centers on a fresh-faced young couple, Samantha and Jeff, who have only recently moved into town. The comedy centers on their dawning realization of the lengths they must go to in order to get their five-year-old daughter into school.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Josh ShelovDirector
- Neil Patrick HarrisJeff
- Bonnie SomervilleSamantha
- Peter SerafinowiczClark
- Bridget ReganRobin
- Jenna SternKatharine Heilmann
- John HodgmanHenry
- Kate MulgrewThe Player's Wife
- Nina HodorukUpper East Side Mom
- Michael ElianMiddle Eastern Bag Dealer
- Suzanne SavoyChapin Headmistress
- Cornelia GuestSpence Mom
- Brea BeeGrace Church Mom
Details
- Released
- 16 October 2010
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Josh Shelov, Michael Jaeger
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The Best and the Brightest: quick answers
Is The Best and the Brightest worth watching?
The Best and the Brightest doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is The Best and the Brightest?
The Best and the Brightest runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does The Best and the Brightest have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Best and the Brightest. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Best and the Brightest parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Best and the Brightest is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Best and the Brightest on?
The Best and the Brightest isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Best and the Brightest?
If you liked The Best and the Brightest, try Thunderstruck, Duplex, The Mouse That Roared.
Who directed The Best and the Brightest?
The Best and the Brightest (2010) was directed by Josh Shelov and stars Neil Patrick Harris, Bonnie Somerville, Peter Serafinowicz.