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Misery

7.819901h 47mRMovieDramaThriller

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.

DirectorRob Reiner
WriterWilliam Goldman
ProducersRob Reiner·Andrew Scheinman

Where to watch

AMCAMCTubi TVTubi TV
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Rob Reiner

KBKathy Bates
Kathy Bates
Annie Wilkes
JCJames Caan
James Caan
Paul Sheldon
RFRichard Farnsworth
Richard Farnsworth
Buster
LBLauren Bacall
Lauren Bacall
Marcia Sindell
FSFrances Sternhagen
Frances Sternhagen
Virginia
GJGraham Jarvis
Graham Jarvis
Libby
JPJerry Potter
Jerry Potter
Pete
TBThomas Brunelle
Thomas Brunelle
Anchorman
JCJune Christopher
June Christopher
Anchorwoman
JPJulie Payne
Julie Payne
Reporter #1
AHArchie Hahn
Archie Hahn
Reporter #2
GSGregory Snegoff
Gregory Snegoff
Reporter #3

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Misery — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Misery?

Misery is streaming on AMC and Tubi TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Spectrum On Demand and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Misery on Netflix?

No, Misery is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on AMC and Tubi TV.

Is Misery on Amazon Prime Video?

Misery isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Misery for free?

Misery is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV in United States.