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Wit

7.320011h 39mMovieDramaTV Movie

A renowned professor is forced to reassess her life when she is diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer.

DirectorMike Nichols
WritersMargaret Edson·Emma Thompson
ProducersCary Brokaw·Simon Bosanquet

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Cast · Directed by Mike Nichols

ETEmma Thompson
Emma Thompson
Vivian Bearing
AMAudra McDonald
Audra McDonald
Susie Monahan
JWJonathan M. Woodward
Jonathan M. Woodward
Dr Jason Posner
CLChristopher Lloyd
Christopher Lloyd
Dr. Harvey Kelekian
EAEileen Atkins
Eileen Atkins
Evelyn 'E.M' Ashford
BWBenedict Wong
Benedict Wong
Fellow 2
HPHarold Pinter
Harold Pinter
Mr. Bearing
RDRaffaello Degruttola
Raffaello Degruttola
Technician 1
MBMiquel Brown
Miquel Brown
Technician 2
HDHari Dhillon
Hari Dhillon
Fellow 1
LCLachele Carl
Lachele Carl
Fellow 4
DMDavid Menkin
David Menkin
Student 1

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Wit — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Wit?

Wit is streaming on HBO Max and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Wit on Netflix?

No, Wit is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max and Now TV Cinema.

Is Wit on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Wit isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on HBO Max and Now TV Cinema instead.

Where can I watch Wit for free?

Wit is available on HBO Max and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.