Seven Pounds (2008)
Kernel Score: 85% · 7,139 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama
Released: 2008-12-18
Runtime: 123 minutes
Is Seven Pounds worth watching?
Worth watching. A sad, mysterious drama with Will Smith as a man doing something secret and sacrificial. The reveal divides people, but the performances are sincere and the film aims straight at your emotions.
Watch it if you
- like heavy, emotional dramas
- want a redemption story
- don't mind a slow reveal
Skip it if you
- dislike melodrama
- want to avoid sad endings
Best for: Solo night in, tissues ready
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Seven Pounds
- Stream: Prime Video, Hulu
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
An IRS agent with a fateful secret embarks on an extraordinary journey of redemption by forever changing the lives of seven strangers.
Seven Pounds parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Seven Pounds is a PG-13 drama about a grieving man's extraordinary journey of self-sacrifice to help seven strangers.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Seven Pounds
If you liked Seven Pounds, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) — 89%: Will Smith in another story of struggle, redemption and heart.
- The Shawshank Redemption (1994) — 100%: Hope and redemption told with great patience.
- Forrest Gump (1994) — 97%: Emotional, sincere story of a good-hearted man.
- Scent of a Woman (1992) — 86%: Character drama with emotional payoffs and a strong lead.
- The Pianist (2002) — 93%: Moving, serious drama about survival and loss.
Director
Cast
- Will Smith as Ben
- Rosario Dawson as Emily
- Woody Harrelson as Ezra Turner
- Michael Ealy as Ben's Brother
- Barry Pepper as Dan
- Elpidia Carrillo as Connie
- Robinne Lee as Sarah
- Bill Smitrovich as George Ristuccia
- Joe Nuñez as Larry
- Sarah Jane Morris as Susan
Seven Pounds FAQ
Is Seven Pounds worth watching?
Worth watching. A sad, mysterious drama with Will Smith as a man doing something secret and sacrificial. The reveal divides people, but the performances are sincere and the film aims straight at your emotions.
Where can I watch Seven Pounds?
In the US you can stream Seven Pounds on Prime Video and Hulu and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Seven Pounds OK for kids?
Seven Pounds is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Seven Pounds is a PG-13 drama about a grieving man's extraordinary journey of self-sacrifice to help seven strangers.
What movies are like Seven Pounds?
If you liked Seven Pounds, try The Pursuit of Happyness, The Shawshank Redemption, Forrest Gump and Scent of a Woman.