What genre is Pay It Forward?

Pay It Forward is categorised as Drama.

Who stars in Pay It Forward?

David Ramsey, Jim Caviezel, Helen Hunt, Jon Bon Jovi, Kevin Spacey appear in the main cast.

Who directed Pay It Forward?

Mimi Leder directed Pay It Forward.

How long is Pay It Forward?

Pay It Forward runs for 2h 2m (122 minutes).

Is Pay It Forward worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 7.4/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Pay It Forward?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

Pay It Forward (2000)

Name: Pay It Forward
Genre: Drama
Released: 2000
Duration: 122 min
Cast: David Ramsey, Jim Caviezel, Helen Hunt, Jon Bon Jovi, Kevin Spacey

Movie 2h 2m ★ 7.4/10

Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something

Drama

Where to watch

Dating from 2000, Pay It Forward sits in the drama corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Mimi Leder. The cast includes David Ramsey, Jim Caviezel and Helen Hunt. The running time is 2h 2m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.4 out of 10.

Synopsis

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.

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Questions about Pay It Forward

What genre is Pay It Forward?: Pay It Forward is categorised as Drama.
Who stars in Pay It Forward?: David Ramsey, Jim Caviezel, Helen Hunt, Jon Bon Jovi, Kevin Spacey appear in the main cast.
Who directed Pay It Forward?: Mimi Leder directed Pay It Forward.
How long is Pay It Forward?: Pay It Forward runs for 2h 2m (122 minutes).
Is Pay It Forward worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 7.4/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Pay It Forward?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.