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Pay It Forward

7.420002h 2mMovieDrama

Like some other kids, 12-year-old Trevor McKinney believed in the goodness of human nature. Like many other kids, he was determined to change the world for the better. Unlike most other kids, he succeeded.

DirectorMimi Leder
WriterLeslie Dixon
ProducersMary McLaglen·Peter Abrams

Where to watch

Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Mimi Leder

KSKevin Spacey
Kevin Spacey
Eugene Simonet
HHHelen Hunt
Helen Hunt
Arlene McKinney
ADAngie Dickinson
Angie Dickinson
Grace
HOHaley Joel Osment
Haley Joel Osment
Trevor McKinney
JMJay Mohr
Jay Mohr
Chris Chandler
JCJim Caviezel
Jim Caviezel
Jerry
JJJon Bon Jovi
Jon Bon Jovi
Ricky McKinney
DRDavid Ramsey
David Ramsey
Sidney Parker
GWGary Werntz
Gary Werntz
Mr. Thorsen
CFColleen Flynn
Colleen Flynn
Woman on Bridge
MDMarc Donato
Marc Donato
Adam
KWKathleen Wilhoite
Kathleen Wilhoite
Bonnie

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Pay It Forward — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Pay It Forward?

Pay It Forward isn't on any subscription service in Australia right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Fetch TV. It's not on Netflix.

Is Pay It Forward on Netflix?

No, Pay It Forward is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Pay It Forward on Amazon Prime Video?

Pay It Forward isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Pay It Forward for free?

Pay It Forward isn't available free in Australia; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.