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A Dog's Purpose

7.620171h 40mPGMovieAdventureFantasyFamily

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
ProducersLauren Pfeiffer·Mark Sourian

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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 MGM Plus, YouTube Free and Tubi TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is A Dog's Purpose on Netflix?

No, A Dog's Purpose is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on MGM Plus and YouTube Free.

Is A Dog's Purpose on Amazon Prime Video?

A Dog's Purpose isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, 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 to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free and Tubi TV in United States.

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).