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Misery

Misery

Paul Sheldon used to write for a living. Now, he’s writing to stay alive.

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Misery
  • Genres: Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1990-11-30
  • Runtime: 107 minutes
  • Rating: 7.749/10 (4792 votes)
  • Budget: $20,000,000
  • Revenue: $61,300,000
  • Production Companies: Castle Rock Entertainment, Nelson Entertainment, Columbia Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.6024
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

James Caan

James Caan

as Paul Sheldon

Kathy Bates

Kathy Bates

as Annie Wilkes

Richard Farnsworth

Richard Farnsworth

as Buster

Frances Sternhagen

Frances Sternhagen

as Virginia

Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall

as Marcia Sindell

Graham Jarvis

Graham Jarvis

as Libby

Jerry Potter

Jerry Potter

as Pete

Thomas Brunelle

Thomas Brunelle

as Anchorman

June Christopher

June Christopher

as Anchorwoman

Julie Payne

Julie Payne

as Reporter #1

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

God, I Love You | Hobbling Scene

The Cockadoodie Car

I'm Your Number One Fan!

Rob Reiner Reflects on MISERY ('90)

"It's For The Best"

External Links

Keywords

based on novel or booknursepsychopathcoloradocar crashauthorslasherpsychological thrillertortureobsessed fanblizzardbedriddenpsycholunaticfemale psychopathclaustrophobicabductedobssesive fanrural settingcrazykidnappedauthoritarianfight for survivalnutcase

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Misery?

Misery is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1990-11-30.

Who are the main actors in Misery?

The main cast includes James Caan, Kathy Bates, Richard Farnsworth, Frances Sternhagen, Lauren Bacall, .

Where can I watch Misery online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Misery is available.

Is Misery based on a true story?

Paul Sheldon used to write for a living. Now, he’s writing to stay alive.

What is the IMDb rating of Misery?

Misery has an IMDb rating of 7.749/10 based on 4792 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Misery?

The movie had a production budget of $20,000,000 and earned $61,300,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Misery?

The soundtrack was composed by Castle Rock Entertainment, Nelson Entertainment, Columbia Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Misery filmed?

Misery was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Misery?

The total runtime of Misery is 107 minutes.

Is Misery suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Misery?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Misery.

Does Misery have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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