Misery (1990)
📌 Available on Prime Video and Tubi and Apple TV🛡️ Adults 18+
📖 Story
A novelist's brush with death becomes a descent into psychological horror when his rescuer reveals an obsession that knows no bounds. Misery traps its protagonist in a claustrophobic nightmare where the distinction between fiction and reality dissolves, forcing him to confront a captor whose devotion masks something far more sinister. What begins as gratitude for salvation becomes a harrowing fight for freedom, as he realizes the most terrifying stories are the ones authored by madness itself.
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Suspense
88
Excellent match
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneDark and heavy
ExperienceUnease and pressure
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect oppressive atmosphere and dark tension to drive the experience more than easy entertainment.
Questions keep it movingBuilds tension through reveal
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Adults
📌 MPAA
This title is not ideal for family viewing.
Runtime
107 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorRob Reiner
WritingWilliam GoldmanStephen King
CastKathy BatesJames CaanRichard FarnsworthLauren BacallFrances Sternhagen
ProductionAndrew ScheinmanRob Reiner
MusicMarc ShaimanChuck NeelyPeter C. Barbour
CinematographyBarry SonnenfeldThomas MiliganDennis Gamiello
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✨Availability Snapshot17 offers
Misery is currently listed across official watch options including Prime Video, Tubi and Apple TV.
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
An editorial snapshot using the title’s recorded currency: budget, revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple without forcing USD conversion.
✅Strong commercial success3.07x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue exceeded the production cost by a clear margin
The release delivered a strong commercial result, with revenue clearly above the reported production budget.
Quick pulse
Strong success
💹 Return multiple: 3.07x📈 ROI: +207%🧾 Strong commercial success
💰Budget
$20M20 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$61.3M61.3 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
✅Commercial gap
+$41.3M+41.3 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
✅Return multiple
3.07x3.07x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
Financial map
Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $20M • Revenue: $61.3M • Commercial gap: +$41.3M ROI +207%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Delivered a strong return against budget.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
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Cast & crew
Kathy Bates
Annie Wilkes
James Caan
Paul Sheldon
Richard Farnsworth
Buster
Lauren Bacall
Marcia Sindell
Frances Sternhagen
Virginia
Graham Jarvis
Libby
Jerry Potter
Pete
Thomas Brunelle
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June Christopher
Anchorwoman
Julie Payne
Reporter #1
Archie Hahn
Reporter #2
Gregory Snegoff
Reporter #3
Wendy Bowers
Waitress
Rob Reiner
Helicopter Pilot (uncredited)
Director: Rob Reiner
❓ FAQ
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1Where can I watch Misery?
The film is available on Prime Video, Apple TV, and Tubi, depending on availability in your region. You can choose your preferred platform for streaming or subscription.
2Is Misery suitable for children and families?
The film is a drama and thriller with intense and dark content, primarily aimed at adult viewers. It's recommended to check the age rating on the platform before watching with minors.
3What is the plot of Misery in detail?
The film tells the story of a novelist who survives a car accident and is rescued by an obsessed nurse fan, but this rescue becomes a real nightmare when she holds him captive brutally. Kathy Bates delivers a powerful performance alongside James Caan in this thrilling film.
4What is the duration of Misery and when was it released?
The film runs for 107 minutes and was released in 1990 under the direction of Rob Reiner. Despite its relatively short runtime, it effectively builds suspense and gripping events.
5Is Misery based on a novel or another literary work?
The film is adapted from a novel by American author Stephen King, and it has been developed cinematically in a way that preserves the tension and psychological horror that characterizes the original work.
6Who are the main cast members of Misery?
The film stars Kathy Bates in the role of the deranged nurse and James Caan as the imprisoned novelist, with strong contributions from Richard Farnsworth, Lauren Bacall, and Frances Sternhagen. Kathy Bates' performance in particular received major critical acclaim.
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