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Lean On Me

7.319891h 48mPG-13MovieDrama

When principal Joe Clark takes over decaying Eastside High School, he's faced with students wearing gang colors and graffiti-covered walls. Determined to do anything he must to turn the school around, he expels suspected drug dealers,…

DirectorJohn G. Avildsen
WriterMichael Schiffer
ProducersJohn G. Avildsen·Norman Twain

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Cast · Directed by John G. Avildsen

MFMorgan Freeman
Morgan Freeman
Principal Joe Clark
BTBeverly Todd
Beverly Todd
Ms. Levias
RGRobert Guillaume
Robert Guillaume
Dr. Frank Napier
EPEthan Phillips
Ethan Phillips
Mr. Rosenberg
LTLynne Thigpen
Lynne Thigpen
Leonna Barrett
MBMichael Beach
Michael Beach
Mr. Darnell
TTTony Todd
Tony Todd
Mr. William Wright
KWKaren Malina White
Karen Malina White
Kaneesha Carter
ANAlan North
Alan North
Mayor Don Bottman
RBRobin Bartlett
Robin Bartlett
Mrs. Elliott
SRSandra Reaves-Phillips
Sandra Reaves-Phillips
Mrs. Powers
SSSloane Shelton
Sloane Shelton
Mrs. Hamilton

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Lean On Me — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Lean On Me?

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

Is Lean On Me on Netflix?

No, Lean On Me is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Philo and Howdy.

Is Lean On Me on Amazon Prime Video?

Lean On Me 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 Lean On Me for free?

Lean On Me is available on Philo and Howdy in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Lean On Me based on a true story?

Yes — Lean On Me is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).