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Read on for a listing of streaming and cable services - including rental, purchase, and subscription choices - along with the availability of 'Patch Adams' on each platform. Now, before we get into all the details of how you can watch 'Patch Adams' right now, here are some particulars about the Universal/Universal Int comedy drama flick.
Released 1998, 'Patch Adams' stars Robin Williams, Daniel London, Monica Potter, Philip Seymour Hoffman The PG-13 movie has a runtime of about 1 hr 55 min, and received a score of 25 (out of 100) on Metacritic, which collated reviews from 21 well-known critics.
You probably already know what the movie's about, but just in case... Here's the plot: 'After struggling with depression in a mental hospital, Hunter 'Patch' Adams (Robin Williams) decides he wants to become a doctor. He enrolls at Virginia Medical University but is disillusioned by the school's clinical perspective on patient care. With the aid of a wealthy friend, Adams opens his own medical clinic for those without insurance. He forms a deep bond with fellow medical student Carin Fisher (Monica Potter) before a tragedy causes Adams to re-evaluate his approach.'
'Patch Adams' is currently available to rent, purchase, or stream via subscription on Amazon.com, YouTube, and VUDU .
Dec 25, 1998 - Jan 1, 2000| Rating: 1.5/4| Full Review. Patch Adams is based on the life of the great Doctor Hunter Adams. Now for a Robin Williams this isn't really a comedic based film which is somewhat surprising for a film.