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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
ProducersAndrew Scheinman·Rob Reiner

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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 HBO Max 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 September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

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.

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Misery is available on HBO Max in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.