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Paterno

6.220181h 45mRMovieDramaTV Movie

After becoming the winningest coach in college football history, Joe Paterno is embroiled in Penn State's Jerry Sandusky sexual abuse scandal, challenging his legacy and forcing him to face questions of institutional failure regarding the victims.

DirectorBarry Levinson
WritersDebora Cahn·John C. Richards
ProducersAmy Herman·Lindsay Sloane

Where to watch

Foxtel NowFoxtel NowHBO MaxHBO MaxHBO Max Amazon ChannelHBO Max Amazon Channel
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Barry Levinson

APAl Pacino
Al Pacino
Joe Paterno
KBKathy Baker
Kathy Baker
Sue Paterno
KMKenneth Maharaj
Kenneth Maharaj
MRI Tech
MMMichael Mastro
Michael Mastro
Guido D'Elia
JMJoshua Morgan
Joshua Morgan
Bobby - Media Wrangler
RDRoss Degraw
Ross Degraw
Sports Producer
MM
Mitchell L. Mack
Devon Smith
LMLarry Mitchell
Larry Mitchell
Jay Paterno
DGDarren Goldstein
Darren Goldstein
Mike McQueary
RKRiley Keough
Riley Keough
Sara Ganim
NSNicholas Sadler
Nicholas Sadler
Todd - Press Photographer
SBSir Brodie
Sir Brodie
Security Guard

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Paterno — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Paterno?

Paterno is streaming on Foxtel Now and HBO Max in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Fetch TV and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Paterno on Netflix?

No, Paterno is not on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026. It's currently on Foxtel Now and HBO Max.

Is Paterno on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Paterno isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Foxtel Now and HBO Max instead.

Where can I watch Paterno for free?

Paterno is available on Foxtel Now and HBO Max in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Paterno based on a true story?

Yes — Paterno is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).