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Paterno

2025Movie1 h 50 min

DramaThriller
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2

Summary

Sérgio is determined to take over his family's construction company to pursue a long-buried dream. But when he uncovers a hidden chapter from his father's past, his ambitions are shaken, forcing him to confront the man he has truly become.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, scares or brutality.

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Cast

24 of 25

Crew

Directed by
Marcelo Lordello
Written by
Marcelo Lordello, Fabio Meira
Produced by
Mannu Costa, Marcelo Lordello

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Facts

August 7, 2025 · 1 h 50 min · Drama, Thriller

Released
August 7, 2025
Runtime
1 h 50 min
Genres
Drama, Thriller
Original language
Portuguese
Made in
Brazil, France
Available in
91 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Paterno?"

Questions about Paterno

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Paterno?

HBO Max

In the United States, Paterno streams on HBO Max. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Microsoft Store. It also streams in 90 other countries.

Is Paterno worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66 (IMDb 6.2).

Is Paterno okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Can I half-watch Paterno?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.

Is Paterno plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (7 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Paterno in English?

Portuguese

No, it was made in Portuguese.