The English Patient
In the 1930s, Count Almásy is a Hungarian map maker employed by the Royal Geographical Society to chart the vast expanses of the Sahara Desert along with several other prominent explorers. As World War II unfolds, Almásy enters into a world of love, betrayal, and politics.
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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, MGM Plus, Kanopy, and Hoopla.
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The English Patient | Official Trailer (HD) - Ralph Fiennes, Juliette Binoche | MIRAMAX
The English Patient - Trailer
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Frequently asked questions about The English Patient
Where can I watch The English Patient in the United States?
The English Patient is available to stream on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, MGM Plus, Kanopy, and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The English Patient on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes. The English Patient is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, alongside fuboTV, MGM Plus, Kanopy, and Hoopla.
Can I watch The English Patient for free?
The English Patient streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The English Patient?
The English Patient scores 7.1 on The Movie Database, 7.4 on IMDb, 83% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 75 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The English Patient?
The English Patient stars Ralph Fiennes, Juliette Binoche, Willem Dafoe, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Naveen Andrews. Anthony Minghella is the director.
How long is The English Patient?
The English Patient runs 2h 42m (162 minutes).
When did The English Patient come out?
The English Patient was released on November 14, 1996.
Which studio made The English Patient?
The English Patient was produced by Miramax, The Saul Zaentz Company, and Tiger Moth Productions in the United Kingdom and the United States.
What was the budget for The English Patient?
The English Patient was made on a budget of $27,000,000.
How much did The English Patient make at the box office?
The English Patient grossed $231,976,425 worldwide, against a budget of $27,000,000.
What languages is The English Patient in?
The English Patient is in German, Italian, Arabic, and English, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.