The Patient (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2018, The Patient is a drama and history film directed by Sérgio Rezende, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. The true story of Tancredo Neves, the first civilian president of Brazil after a 20-year military dictatorship, and the infamous hospitalization which led to his death before he ever managed to take office.
Who’s in it. The Patient stars Othon Bastos as Tancredo Neves, Esther Góes as Risoleta, Leonardo Medeiros as Dr. Pinheiro Rocha and Paulo Betti as Dr. Pinotti, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Patient has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Patient page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Patient tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Patient (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Patient change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Patient worth watching?
- The Patient holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Patient?
- The Patient stars Othon Bastos, Esther Góes, Leonardo Medeiros, Paulo Betti and Otávio Müller.
- When was The Patient released?
- The Patient was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.