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Misery

90/100
2.1K Ratings
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1990

Drama

1h 47m

18+ (R)

After a famous author is rescued from a car crash by a fan of his novels, he comes to realize that the care he is receiving is only the beginning of a nightmare of captivity and abuse.

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More Information on Misery

After a famous author is rescued from a car crash by a fan of his novels, he comes to realize that the care he is receiving is only the beginning of a nightmare of captivity and abuse. Misery featuring James Caan and Kathy Bates is available for purchase on Apple TV, available for purchase on Prime Video, and available for purchase on Microsoft Store. It's a drama and thriller movie.

Drama

Thriller

1990

18+ (R)

1h47m

US

Director

Rob Reiner

Paul Sheldon

James Caan

Annie Wilkes

Kathy Bates

Marcia Sindell

Lauren Bacall

Anchorwoman

June Christopher

Reporter #1

Julie Payne

Reporter #2

Archie Hahn

Reporter #3

Gregory Snegoff

Waitress

Wendy Bowers

Composer

Marc Shaiman

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90
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2,056 Ratings
#297of all Movies

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"Misery" is praised as one of the best Stephen King adaptations, with Kathy Bates delivering an outstanding performance.

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Sara Hoffman

Great psych thriller, may want to shut your eyes for some parts.

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