Paterson (2016)
Kernel Score: 80% · 2,030 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Released: 2016-11-17
Runtime: 118 minutes
Where to watch Paterson
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: Prime Video (free with ads), Amazon MX Player
- Rent: Prime Video
- Buy: Prime Video, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A week in the life of Paterson, a poet bus driver, and his wife Laura, a very creative artist, who live in Paterson, New Jersey, hometown of many famous poets and artists.
Paterson parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that Paterson is a quiet, slow-paced R-rated drama-comedy about a poet bus driver and his wife with mild adult content.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Beer drinking is a recurring routine element (bar visits, casual drinks).
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Adam Driver as Paterson
- Golshifteh Farahani as Laura
- Rizwan Manji as Donny
- Barry Shabaka Henley as Doc
- William Jackson Harper as Everett
- Chasten Harmon as Marie
- Method Man as Method Man
- Dominic Liriano as Boy on Bus 1
- Jaden Michael as Boy on Bus 2
- Trevor Parham as Sam
Paterson FAQ
Is Paterson good?
Paterson has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 2,030 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Paterson?
In the US you can stream Paterson on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on Prime Video (free with ads) and Amazon MX Player and rent it from Prime Video.
Is Paterson OK for kids?
Paterson is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that Paterson is a quiet, slow-paced R-rated drama-comedy about a poet bus driver and his wife with mild adult content.
What movies are like Paterson?
If you liked Paterson, try My Girl, The Hating Game, As Good as It Gets and Adam's Rib.