Seven Pounds (2008)
Kernel Score: 85% · 7,139 TMDB 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
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-11-12.
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 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.