Pay It Forward
2001, English. Directed by Mimi Leder.
When someone does you a big favor, don't pay it back...
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch Pay It Forward
Pay It Forward isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 2 February 2001
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Leslie Dixon
- Budget
- $40M
- Box office
- $56M
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Pay It Forward: quick answers
Is Pay It Forward worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 2,146 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Pay It Forward?
Pay It Forward runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does Pay It Forward have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Pay It Forward. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Pay It Forward parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Pay It Forward is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Pay It Forward on?
Pay It Forward isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like Pay It Forward?
If you liked Pay It Forward, try The Miracle Worker, The Color of Rain, Dead Poets Society.
Who directed Pay It Forward?
Pay It Forward (2001) was directed by Mimi Leder and stars Kevin Spacey, Helen Hunt, Angie Dickinson.