Movie

The Proposal

“Here comes the bribe...”

★ 7.2(7,533)20091h 48m

The Proposal is streaming on Netflix, YouTube TV and Netflix Standard with Ads in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 13 June 2026.

Where to watch The Proposal

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Good to know

Director: Anne Fletcher
Release date: 2009-06-02
Runtime: 1h 48m
Language: English
Box office: $317,400,000
Budget: $40,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Touchstone Pictures

The Proposal — trailer

About The Proposal

The Proposal is a 2009 movie in the Comedy, Romance and Drama genres, directed by Anne Fletcher, starring Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds and Malin Åkerman. It has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 7,533 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Proposal in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When she learns she's in danger of losing her visa status and being deported, overbearing book editor Margaret Tate forces her put-upon assistant, Andrew Paxton, to marry her.

Cast

Sandra Bullock

Margaret Tate

Ryan Reynolds

Andrew Paxton

Malin Åkerman

Gertrude

Craig T. Nelson

Joe Paxton

Mary Steenburgen

Grace Paxton

Betty White

Grandma Annie

Denis O'Hare

Mr. Gilbertson

Oscar Nuñez

Ramone

Aasif Mandvi

Bob Spaulding

Michael Nouri

Chairman Bergen

Gregg Edelman

Lead Counsel Malloy

Michael Mosley

Chuck

Themes & keywords

new york citymarriage proposalblackmailex-girlfriendassistantdeportationimmigration lawromcomalaskafish out of waterhumiliationbook editorgreen cardemployer employee relationshipduringcreditsstinger

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Proposal in United States?+

In United States, you can stream The Proposal on Netflix, YouTube TV and Netflix Standard with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is The Proposal on Netflix?+

Yes — The Proposal is available to stream on Netflix in United States.

How long is The Proposal?+

The Proposal has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).

Who stars in The Proposal?+

The Proposal stars Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Malin Åkerman, Craig T. Nelson and Mary Steenburgen.

When did The Proposal come out?+

The Proposal is a 2009 movie directed by Anne Fletcher.

What genre is The Proposal?+

The Proposal is Comedy, Romance and Drama film.

Who directed The Proposal?+

The Proposal was directed by Anne Fletcher.