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Misery (1990), One Of The Best Stephen King Movies, Is Leaving HBO Max

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HBO Max will remove the 1990 psychological thriller 'Misery' on 31 October 2026. The film, starring Kathy Bates in an Oscar-winning performance, is one of Stephen King's most acclaimed adaptations.

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01Summary

  1. 01The film leaves HBO Max in the United States on 31 October 2026.
  2. 02'Misery' was released in 1990 and directed by Rob Reiner.
  3. 03Kathy Bates won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Annie Wilkes.
  4. 04James Caan stars as novelist Paul Sheldon, held captive by an obsessive fan.
  5. 05Screenwriter William Goldman wrote the role of Annie Wilkes with Bates in mind.

02Why it matters

Subscribers have limited time to watch this acclaimed King adaptation, which remains influential for its psychological horror and commentary on toxic fandom.

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