Thoughts & Prayers (2025): cast, story & where to watch

2025 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 2025, Thoughts & Prayers is a documentary film directed by Zackary Canepari, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. In a dystopic America, children are taught how to prepare for school shootings through elaborate drills. Yet what are intended as self-defense mechanisms are themselves deeply traumatic for students, parents, educators, and entire communities.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Thoughts & Prayers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thoughts & Prayers page.

If you liked it. Fans of Thoughts & Prayers tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Thoughts & Prayers (2025)?
In US, Thoughts & Prayers is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Thoughts & Prayers worth watching?
Thoughts & Prayers holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Thoughts & Prayers released?
Thoughts & Prayers was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.