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Pay It Forward

7.420002h 2mPG-13MovieDrama

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
ProducersSteven Reuther·Jonathan Treisman

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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 is streaming on Howdy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Pay It Forward on Netflix?

No, Pay It Forward is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Howdy.

Is Pay It Forward on Amazon Prime Video?

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

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Pay It Forward is available on Howdy in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.