


Film · Released
Misery
“Paul Sheldon used to write for a living. Now, he’s writing to stay alive.”
Misery at a glance
Misery is a 1990 drama and thriller film, running 1h 47m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 18 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on MGM Plus Amazon Channel.
Rated 18 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1990-11-30
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller
- Director
- Rob Reiner
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.8 / 10 · 5,512 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmAfter an accident, acclaimed novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued by a nurse who claims to be his biggest fan. Her obsession takes a dark turn when she holds him captive in her remote Colorado home and forces him to write back to life the popular literary character he killed off.
Cast
14 names
Kathy BatesAnnie Wilkes
James CaanPaul Sheldon
Richard FarnsworthBuster
Lauren BacallMarcia Sindell
Frances SternhagenVirginia
Graham JarvisLibby
Jerry PotterPete
Thomas BrunelleAnchorman
June ChristopherAnchorwoman
Julie PayneReporter #1
Archie HahnReporter #2
Gregory SnegoffReporter #3
Rob ReinerHelicopter Pilot (uncredited)Questions about Misery
Quick answersWhere can I watch Misery in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Misery is listed on MGM Plus Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Misery suitable for children?
Misery is rated 18 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is Misery on PelisPlus UK?
Misery has a full discovery page on PelisPlus UK with its synopsis, cast, ratings and runtime. PelisPlus UK does not host video files; playback opens the third-party player sources configured by the site operator.
What is Misery about?
After an accident, acclaimed novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued by a nurse who claims to be his biggest fan. Her obsession takes a dark turn when she holds him captive in her remote Colorado home and forces him to write back to life the popular literary character he killed off.
How long is Misery?
Misery runs for 1h 47m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Misery trailer?
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