Patch Adams(1998)
“Laughter is contagious.”
Overview
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.
Director
Tom Shadyac
Studio
Universal Pictures
Budget
$50M
Revenue
$202M
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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Movie Facts
Release Year
1998
Runtime
1h 55m
Language
English
Rating
7.3 / 10
Budget
$50M
Box Office
$202M
Production Companies
Universal Pictures • Bungalow 78 Productions • Blue Wolf
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Patch Adams?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Patch Adams (1998).
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.
Who directed Patch Adams?▼
Patch Adams was directed by Tom Shadyac and released in 1998. It is a comedy, drama film.
How long is Patch Adams?▼
Patch Adams has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
Who stars in Patch Adams?▼
The cast of Patch Adams includes 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 and more.
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