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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
ProducersRick Nicita·Amy Herman

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · 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 HBO Max and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Paterno on Netflix?

No, Paterno is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max and Now TV Cinema.

Is Paterno on Amazon Prime Video?

Paterno isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Paterno for free?

Paterno is available on HBO Max and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, 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).