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Fatherhood

2021·Movie·PG-13·109 min·7.5(1,531)

In it, together.

A widowed new dad copes with doubts, fears, heartache and dirty diapers as he sets out to raise his daughter on his own. Inspired by a true story.

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Where to watch Fatherhood in United States

Click a service to open Fatherhood there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.

Where is Fatherhood streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesNetflix, YouTube TV, Netflix Standard with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaNetflixApple TV Store, Zee5, Google Play Movies
United KingdomNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsJustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
GermanyNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
SpainNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies
BrazilNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsClaro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies

About Fatherhood

Fatherhood is a 2021 English-language drama and comedy film directed by Paul Weitz. The cast is led by Kevin Hart, Melody Hurd, Alfre Woodard. It has a runtime of 1h 49m. Viewers rate it 7.5/10 across 1500 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, YouTube TV, Netflix Standard with Ads.

Fatherhood was produced by Columbia Pictures, Higher Ground, and Bron Studios and made in Canada and United States of America. It was released on June 18, 2021, and carries a PG-13 certification.

Director
Paul Weitz
Writers
Dana Stevens, Paul Weitz
Release date
June 18, 2021
OTT release
June 18, 2021
Original language
English
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
Canada, United States of America
Production
Columbia Pictures, Higher Ground, Bron Studios
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Fatherhood cast & crew

Fatherhood was directed by Paul Weitz and written by Dana Stevens and Paul Weitz.

The cast features Kevin Hart as Matt, Melody Hurd as Maddy, Alfre Woodard as Marian, DeWanda Wise as Lizzie aka Swan, Lil Rel Howery as Jordan, and Anthony Carrigan as Oscar.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Rupert Gregson-Williams, cinematography is by Tobias Datum, and it was produced by David Beaubaire and Aaron L. Gilbert.

Is Fatherhood worth watching?

Fatherhood holds an audience score of 7.5/10 from 1,531 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.

At 1h 49m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama and comedy, Fatherhood is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Fatherhood

In United States, you can stream Fatherhood on Netflix, YouTube TV, and Netflix Standard with Ads, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

It first became available to stream digitally on June 18, 2021.

Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.

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Cast of Fatherhood

Kevin Hart

Kevin Hart

Matt

Melody Hurd

Melody Hurd

Maddy

Alfre Woodard

Alfre Woodard

Marian

DeWanda Wise

DeWanda Wise

Lizzie aka Swan

Lil Rel Howery

Lil Rel Howery

Jordan

Anthony Carrigan

Anthony Carrigan

Oscar

Deborah Ayorinde

Deborah Ayorinde

Liz

Thedra Porter

Thedra Porter

Anna

Frankie Faison

Frankie Faison

Mike

Paul Reiser

Paul Reiser

Paul

Julian Casey

Julian Casey

Frank

Teneisha Collins

Teneisha Collins

Ms. Burns

Fatherhood — FAQs

Where can I watch Fatherhood in United States?

Fatherhood is streaming on Netflix, YouTube TV, Netflix Standard with Ads in United States.

Is Fatherhood on Netflix?

Yes — Fatherhood is currently available on Netflix in United States.

What language is Fatherhood in?

Fatherhood is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Fatherhood?

Fatherhood runs 1 hours 49 minutes (109 minutes).

What is Fatherhood rated?

Fatherhood is rated PG-13. It holds a 7.5/10 audience score from 1,531 ratings.

When did Fatherhood release on OTT?

Fatherhood became available digitally on June 18, 2021.

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