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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·Audrey Wells
ProducersGavin Polone·Alan C. Blomquist

Where to watch

Availability shown for Philippines · 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 isn't on any subscription service in Philippines right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is A Dog's Purpose on Netflix?

No, A Dog's Purpose is not on Netflix in Philippines as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is A Dog's Purpose on Amazon Prime Video?

No, A Dog's Purpose isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Philippines right now.

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

A Dog's Purpose isn't available free in Philippines; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

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).