Patch Adams (1998)
A rebellious medical student discovers wholesome humor and earnest care are the most uplifting medicine.
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.
How intense is Patch Adams?
Patch Adams has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a comfort watch and a family watch. The humor runs wholesome. Rated PG-13.
What Patch Adams feels like
- Tone
- feel goodheartwarmingearnestuplifting
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- wholesome
- Best for
- Comfort watchFamily night
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream Patch Adams
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Patch Adams for you?
Is Patch Adams scary?
No. Patch Adams is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Patch Adams gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Patch Adams sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Patch Adams OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Patch Adams?
Patch Adams runs 1h 55m.
Where can I stream Patch Adams?
Patch Adams is streaming on YouTube (free).
Does Patch Adams have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
Cast and crew
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