About this episode

The episode reviews the film Misery, exploring its themes and performances.

On this week's show, we take a look at another collaboration between horror icon Stephen King and legendary director Rob Reiner, with 1990's Misery starring James Caan, Kathy Bates, Richard Farnsworth, Frances Sternhagen, and Lauren Bacall. Be sure to let us know what you think of the movie, and the podcast. Thanks and enjoy! ADAMSNERDS.COM

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Host: Children of the Adams

Topics covered

• Stephen King
• Rob Reiner
• film review
• horror
• 1990s cinema

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Misery

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