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A Dog's Purpose

7.620171h 40mMovieAdventureFantasyFamily

A dog goes on quest to discover his purpose in life over the course of several lifetimes with multiple owners.

DirectorLasse Hallström
WritersCathryn Michon·W. Bruce Cameron
ProducersAlan C. Blomquist·Lauren Pfeiffer

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NetflixNetflixNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with Ads
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Lasse Hallström

JGJosh Gad
Josh Gad
Dogs: Bailey / Buddy / Tino / Ellie (voice)
KAKJ Apa
KJ Apa
Teen Ethan
BRBritt Robertson
Britt Robertson
Teen Hannah
JRJuliet Rylance
Juliet Rylance
Elizabeth - Ethan's Mom
LKLuke Kirby
Luke Kirby
Jim - Ethan's Dad
JOJohn Ortiz
John Ortiz
Carlos
KHKirby Howell-Baptiste
Kirby Howell-Baptiste
Maya Williams
PHPooch Hall
Pooch Hall
Al
BGBryce Gheisar
Bryce Gheisar
Ethan - 8 Years Old
DQDennis Quaid
Dennis Quaid
Adult Ethan
PLPeggy Lipton
Peggy Lipton
Adult Hannah
LMLogan Miller
Logan Miller
Todd

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A Dog's Purpose — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A Dog's Purpose?

A Dog's Purpose is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is A Dog's Purpose on Netflix?

Yes — A Dog's Purpose is available on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is A Dog's Purpose on Amazon Prime Video?

A Dog's Purpose isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch A Dog's Purpose for free?

A Dog's Purpose is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to A Dog's Purpose?

Yes — A Dog's Purpose is followed by A Dog's Journey (2019) in the A Dog's Purpose Collection.

Is there a prequel to A Dog's Purpose?

A Dog's Purpose is the first film in the A Dog's Purpose Collection.

Is A Dog's Purpose part of a trilogy?

No — A Dog's Purpose is part of the A Dog's Purpose Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the A Dog's Purpose Collection?

There are 2 films in the A Dog's Purpose Collection: A Dog's Purpose (2017) and A Dog's Journey (2019).