Movie

The Best Man

“The flower arrangements have been ordered. The sleeping arrangements are still being worked out.”

★ 6.6(155)19992h 0m

The Best Man is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Amazon Video in New Zealand. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 21 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Malcolm D. Lee
Release date: 1999-10-22
Runtime: 2h 0m
Language: English
Box office: $34,573,780
Budget: $9,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal Pictures
Part of: The Best Man Collection

The Best Man — trailer

About The Best Man

The Best Man is a 1999 movie in the Drama and Comedy genres, directed by Malcolm D. Lee, starring Taye Diggs, Morris Chestnut and Nia Long. It has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 155 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Best Man in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After writing a soon-to-be bestselling novel, writer and committed bachelor Harper attempts to hide the fact that his saucy new book is loosely based on the lives and loves of his tight-knit group of friends. Harper is set to be best man at his friend Lance's wedding, and all his friends will be in attendance. When an advance copy of the book makes its way into the hands of his ex-flame, Jordan, Harper attempts to keep it under wraps.

Cast

Taye Diggs

Harper Stewart

Morris Chestnut

Lance Sullivan

Nia Long

Jordan Armstrong

Harold Perrineau

Julian Murch

Terrence Howard

Quentin

Sanaa Lathan

Robyn

Regina Hall

Candy

Monica Calhoun

Mia Morgan

Jim Moody

Uncle Skeeter

Malcolm D. Lee

Emcee

Victoria Dillard

Anita

Melissa De Sousa

Shelby

Themes & keywords

relationship problemsauthorrelationshipwedding ceremonygroup of friendsduringcreditsstingerbachelor partyblack cinemachristian faithbookbest friendsbest friend's weddingromanticcelebratorymelodramatic

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Best Man in New Zealand?+

In New Zealand, The Best Man is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The Best Man on Netflix?+

The Best Man is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is The Best Man?+

The Best Man has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes (120 minutes).

Who stars in The Best Man?+

The Best Man stars Taye Diggs, Morris Chestnut, Nia Long, Harold Perrineau and Terrence Howard.

When did The Best Man come out?+

The Best Man is a 1999 movie directed by Malcolm D. Lee.

What genre is The Best Man?+

The Best Man is Drama and Comedy film.

Who directed The Best Man?+

The Best Man was directed by Malcolm D. Lee.