Patch Adams (1998)
Patch Adams is a 1998 comedy movie directed by Tom Shadyac, with a running time of 1h 55m. It stars Robin Williams, Monica Potter and Philip Seymour Hoffman.
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.
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What is Patch Adams about?
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.
When was Patch Adams released?
Patch Adams was released on 25 December 1998.
How long is Patch Adams?
Patch Adams runs 1h 55m.
Who made Patch Adams?
Patch Adams was directed by Tom Shadyac.
Where can I watch Patch Adams?
Patch Adams is available on YouTube Free, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Patch Adams
Watch free with ads: YouTube Free
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Robin Williams as Hunter 'Patch' Adams
- Monica Potter as Carin Fisher
- Philip Seymour Hoffman as Mitch Roman
- Daniel London as Truman Schiff
- Bob Gunton as Dean Walcott
- Harve Presnell as Dean Anderson
- Peter Coyote as Bill Davis
- Michael Jeter as Rudy
- Josef Sommer as Dr. Eaton
- Irma P. Hall as Joletta
- Barry Shabaka Henley as Emmet
- Frances Lee McCain as Judy
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