Wit (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2001, Wit is a drama and tv movie film directed by Mike Nichols, running about 99 minutes. “It appears to be a matter of life and death.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A renowned professor is forced to reassess her life when she is diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer.
Who’s in it. Wit stars Emma Thompson as Vivian Bearing, Christopher Lloyd as Dr. Harvey Kelekian, Eileen Atkins as Evelyn 'E.M' Ashford and Audra McDonald as Susie Monahan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Wit has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wit page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wit tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wit (2001)?
- In US, Wit is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Wit worth watching?
- Wit holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Wit?
- Wit stars Emma Thompson, Christopher Lloyd, Eileen Atkins, Audra McDonald and Jonathan M. Woodward.
- When was Wit released?
- Wit was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.