Pay It Forward(2000)
“When someone does you a big favor, don't pay it back...”
Overview
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.
Director
Mimi Leder
Studio
Bel Air Entertainment
Budget
$40M
Revenue
$56M
Cast
Kevin Spacey
as Eugene Simonet
Helen Hunt
as Arlene McKinney
Angie Dickinson
as Grace
Haley Joel Osment
as Trevor McKinney
Jay Mohr
as Chris Chandler
Jim Caviezel
as Jerry
Jon Bon Jovi
as Ricky McKinney
David Ramsey
as Sidney Parker
Gary Werntz
as Mr. Thorsen
Colleen Flynn
as Woman on Bridge
Marc Donato
as Adam
Kathleen Wilhoite
as Bonnie
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2000
Runtime
2h 2m
Language
English
Rating
7.4 / 10
Budget
$40M
Box Office
$56M
Production Companies
Bel Air Entertainment • Warner Bros. Pictures • Tapestry Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Pay It Forward?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Pay It Forward (2000).
What is Pay It Forward about?▼
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.
Who directed Pay It Forward?▼
Pay It Forward was directed by Mimi Leder and released in 2000. It is a drama film.
How long is Pay It Forward?▼
Pay It Forward has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
Who stars in Pay It Forward?▼
The cast of Pay It Forward includes Kevin Spacey as Eugene Simonet, Helen Hunt as Arlene McKinney, Angie Dickinson as Grace, Haley Joel Osment as Trevor McKinney, Jay Mohr as Chris Chandler and more.
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