Misery 1990
“Paul Sheldon used to write for a living. Now, he’s writing to stay alive.”
What is Misery?
The film "Misery" is a psychological thriller about an acclaimed novelist who suffers an accident and is rescued by a woman claiming to be his biggest fan. She takes him to her remote home in Colorado where she forces him to write a new story.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1990
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 107 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 30, 1990
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Castle Rock Entertainment, Nelson Entertainment
- Budget
- $20,000,000
- Revenue
- $61,300,000
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
The film "Misery" is a psychological thriller about an acclaimed novelist who suffers an accident and is rescued by a woman claiming to be his biggest fan. She takes him to her remote home in Colorado where she forces him to write a new story. The novelist had previously killed off a popular literary character, and this woman demands that he revive this character in a new story. The woman's obsession with the novelist and his work takes a dark turn, leading to a situation where he is held captive and forced to comply with her demands. The film explores themes of obsession and captivity, highlighting the complexities of the relationship between the novelist and his captor.
Should you watch it?
“An injured acclaimed novelist is held captive by a dangerously unbalanced fan in a remote home.”
- Engaging psychological tension
- Strong adaptation of a Stephen King novel
- Contains dark captivity themes
- Intense situations may distress some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy intense psychological thrillers about a writer held captive by a fan.
This film features dark themes of captivity, obsession, and suspenseful peril.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the film about?
An acclaimed novelist is rescued from an accident by a fan who holds him captive and forces him to write.
When was Misery released?
The film was released on November 30, 1990.
Who directed the film?
Misery was directed by Rob Reiner.
Is the film based on a book?
Yes, the film is based on Stephen King's 1987 novel.
Who stars in Misery?
The film stars James Caan among others.