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What's a Nice Girl Like You Doing in a Place Like This?

6.1196310mMovieComedy

A writer named Algernon becomes obsessed with a picture of a boat on his wall, an fixation that soon consumes his thoughts and daily life. He tries to recover through therapy and marriage, but his compulsions return—drawing him deeper into the image until he vanishes within it.

DirectorMartin Scorsese
WriterMartin Scorsese

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Cast · Directed by Martin Scorsese

ZMZeph Michelis
Zeph Michelis
Algernon (Harry)
MSMimi Stark
Mimi Stark
Wife
FSFred Sica
Fred Sica
Friend
SBSarah Braveman
Sarah Braveman
Therapist
RURobert Uricola
Robert Uricola
Singer

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What's a Nice Girl Like You Doing in a Place Like This? — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams What's a Nice Girl Like You Doing in a Place Like This??

What's a Nice Girl Like You Doing in a Place Like This? is streaming on Criterion Channel and HBO Max in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is What's a Nice Girl Like You Doing in a Place Like This? on Netflix?

No, What's a Nice Girl Like You Doing in a Place Like This? is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and HBO Max.

Is What's a Nice Girl Like You Doing in a Place Like This? on Amazon Prime Video?

No, What's a Nice Girl Like You Doing in a Place Like This? isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Criterion Channel and HBO Max instead.

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What's a Nice Girl Like You Doing in a Place Like This? is available on Criterion Channel and HBO Max in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.