Patch Adams 1998

In this uplifting true story, a charismatic outsider, Patch Adams, defies conventional wisdom to bring joy and humanity to medicine. After overcoming personal demons, he leaves his mark on the world by founding a revolutionary clinic, where laughter is prescribed alongside medical care. As he navigates love, loss, and self-discovery, Adams' unorthodox approach challenges the status quo, inspiring a new way of healing.

Universal Pictures

Studio

Tom Shadyac

Director