Patch Adams(1998)
Laughter is contagious.
Synopsis
The true story of Dr. Hunter "Patch" Adams, who in the 1970s found that humor is the best medicine, and was willing to do just anything to make his patients laugh—even if it meant risking his own career.
Directed by Tom Shadyac
Where to watch Patch Adams
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Cast
Robin Williams
Patch Adams
Daniel London
Truman
Monica Potter
Carin
Philip Seymour Hoffman
Mitch
Bob Gunton
Dean Walcott
Josef Sommer
Dr. Eaton
Irma P. Hall
Joletta
Frances Lee McCain
Judy
Harve Presnell
Dean Anderson
Daniella Kuhn
Adelane
Peter Coyote
Bill Davis
James Greene
Bile
Michael Jeter
Rudy
Harold Gould
Arthur Mendelson
Bruce Bohne
Trevor Beene
Harry Groener
Dr. Prack
Barry Shabaka Henley
Emmet
Steven Anthony Jones
Charlie
Patch Adams — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Patch Adams?+
Patch Adams is available to stream on YouTube Free, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Patch Adams come out?+
Patch Adams was released in 1998.
How long is Patch Adams?+
Patch Adams runs for 115 minutes (1 hour and 55 minutes).
Who directed Patch Adams?+
Patch Adams was directed by Tom Shadyac.
Who stars in Patch Adams?+
Patch Adams stars Robin Williams, Daniel London, Monica Potter, Philip Seymour Hoffman and Bob Gunton.
Is Patch Adams worth watching?+
Patch Adams holds a 7.3/10 rating from 3,543 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of comedy and drama.
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