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Patch Adams

7.319981h 55mPG-13MovieComedyDrama

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

Where to watch

Availability shown for Israel · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Tom Shadyac

Robin Williams

Hunter 'Patch' Adams

Monica Potter

Philip Seymour Hoffman

Philip Seymour Hoffman

Daniel London

Bob Gunton

Harve Presnell

Peter Coyote

Michael Jeter

Josef Sommer

Irma P. Hall

Barry Shabaka Henley

Barry Shabaka Henley

Frances Lee McCain

Frances Lee McCain

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Patch Adams — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Patch Adams?

Patch Adams isn't on any subscription service in Israel right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store. It's not on Netflix.

Is Patch Adams on Netflix?

No, Patch Adams is not on Netflix in Israel as of August 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.

Is Patch Adams on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Patch Adams isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Israel right now.

Where can I watch Patch Adams for free?

Patch Adams isn't available free in Israel; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.

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).