1990 · movie · R · 1h 47m
Misery
Paul Sheldon used to write for a living. Now, he’s writing to stay alive.
Is Misery on Netflix?
No. Misery (1990) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
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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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How we got to 76.4
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 7.8/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 40 | none |
Misery: common questions
Is Misery on Netflix?
No. Misery (1990) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch Misery?
Misery (1990) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is Misery worth watching?
It scores 76.4/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is Misery?
Misery runs 1h 47m (107 minutes).
What is Misery rated?
Misery is rated R in the US.
Who is in Misery?
Misery stars Kathy Bates, James Caan, Richard Farnsworth, Lauren Bacall.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.