Near Death (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1989, Near Death is a documentary film directed by Frederick Wiseman, running about 358 minutes.
What it’s about. NEAR DEATH is a film about the Medical Intensive Care Unit at Boston's Beth Israel Hospital. The film is concerned with how people face death. More specifically the film presents the complex interrelationships among patients, families, doctors, nurses, hospital staff and religious advisors as they confront the personal, ethical, medical, psychological, religious and legal issues involved in making decisions about whether or not to give life-sustaining treatment to dying patients.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Near Death has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Near Death page.
If you liked it. Fans of Near Death tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Near Death (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Near Death change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Near Death worth watching?
- Near Death holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Near Death released?
- Near Death was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 358 minutes.