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Patch Adams

7.319981h 55mMovieComedyDrama

The true story of Dr. Hunter "Patch" Adams, who in the 1970s found that humor is the best medicine, and was willing to do just anything to make his patients laugh—even if it meant risking his own career.

DirectorTom Shadyac
WriterSteve Oedekerk
ProducersMarvin Minoff·Mike Farrell

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NetflixNetflixNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with Ads
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Tom Shadyac

RWRobin Williams
Robin Williams
Patch Adams
DLDaniel London
Daniel London
Truman
MPMonica Potter
Monica Potter
Carin
PHPhilip Seymour Hoffman
Philip Seymour Hoffman
Mitch
BGBob Gunton
Bob Gunton
Dean Walcott
JSJosef Sommer
Josef Sommer
Dr. Eaton
IHIrma P. Hall
Irma P. Hall
Joletta
FMFrances Lee McCain
Frances Lee McCain
Judy
HPHarve Presnell
Harve Presnell
Dean Anderson
DKDaniella Kuhn
Daniella Kuhn
Adelane
PCPeter Coyote
Peter Coyote
Bill Davis
JGJames Greene
James Greene
Bile

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Patch Adams — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Patch Adams?

Patch Adams is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo.

Is Patch Adams on Netflix?

Yes — Patch Adams is available on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Patch Adams on Amazon Prime Video?

Patch Adams isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Patch Adams for free?

Patch Adams is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Patch Adams based on a true story?

Yes — Patch Adams is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).