The Philanthropist (2009) — Where to Watch: Streaming Availability & Viewing Options

First aired: Jun 24, 2009 Episode runtime: 60 min Seasons: 1 Episodes: 8 Status: Canceled Rating: 3.9/10 Network: NBC Action & Adventure Drama

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Quick take

The Philanthropist is built around a clear hook, then lets the characters do most of the work. Notable cast includes James Purefoy, Neve Campbell, Michael Kenneth Williams and Lindy Booth. It currently has 1 season and 8 episodes. Best for viewers who like a straightforward setup with room for character dynamics. Viewer ratings sit around 3.9/10, but mileage can vary depending on what you like. Availability can change by region and time—use this page to check current streaming, rental, or purchase options.

Overview

The title character, Teddy Rist (portrayed by James Purefoy), is a billionaire playboy haunted by the death of his only child. His life changes when he rescues a young boy during a hurricane in Nigeria. As a result, Rist begins using his fortune to personally change the lives of others.[4] The Philanthropist is based loosely on the life of Bobby Sager.[5] The Philanthropist is an American action drama series that premiered on NBC on Wednesday, June 24, 2009. The program was a limited summer series, principally filmed in South Africa. It opened to strong ratings, but saw a drop in viewers in subsequent weeks. The Philanthropist is a Carnival Films production in association with The Levinson/Fontana Company and Original Media. Tom Fontana, Barry Levinson, Peter Horton, Charlie Corwin, Gareth Neame, and Teri Weinberg served as executive producers.

Cast & crew

Cast: James Purefoy, Neve Campbell, Michael Kenneth Williams, Lindy Booth, Jesse L. Martin

Streaming Availability

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Seasons & episodes

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1. Nigeria Part I

Posted by: admin Aired on: Jun 24, 2009

2. Myanmar

Posted by: admin Aired on: Jul 1, 2009

3. Paris

Posted by: admin Aired on: Jul 8, 2009

4. Nigeria Part II

Posted by: admin Aired on: Jul 15, 2009

5. Kosovo

Posted by: admin Aired on: Jul 22, 2009

6. San Diego

Posted by: admin Aired on: Jul 29, 2009

7. Kashmir

Posted by: admin Aired on: Aug 5, 2009

8. Haiti

Posted by: admin Aired on: Aug 12, 2009

FAQ

Is The Philanthropist (2009) on streaming?
We refresh this page regularly, but we could not confirm an official streaming, rental, or purchase option for The Philanthropist (2009) at this time.

Where can I watch it legally?
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Does it have a trailer?
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How many seasons does it have?
It has 1 season (8 episodes).