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Run Time:
One hour and 30 minutes, with no intermission
Opened: November 15, 2015
Closing: February 14, 2016

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Broadhurst Theatre (Broadway)
235 W. 44th St. New York, NY

Two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis will makes his Broadway debut opposite three-time Emmy Award winner and two-time Tony Award nominee Laurie Metcalf in MISERY.

MISERY, written by two-time Academy Award-winner William Goldman (The Princess Bride, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid) who wrote the screenplay for the Academy Award-winning film and based on the acclaimed novel by Stephen King, is directed by Will Frears (Omnium Gatherum).

Successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon (Bruce Willis) is rescued from a car crash by his "Number One Fan," Annie Wilkes (Laurie Metcalf), and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is convalescing, Annie reads the manuscript to his newest novel and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new "Misery" novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go anywhere. The irate Annie has Paul writing as if his life depends on it, and if he does not make her deadline, it will.


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VIDEO: Stephen Colbert Calls MISERY's Bruce Willis a Liar & All Hell Breaks Loose!
by Caryn Robbins - December 11, 2015


When LATE SHOW guest Bruce Willis claimed he does his own stunts, host Stephen Colbert wasn't buying it but quickly learns you don't call the action star a liar!

Broadway Thriller MISERY Sets Student Rush Policy
by Tyler Peterson - December 9, 2015


Broadway's new smash-hit suspense thriller MISERY, starring two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis and three-time Emmy Award winner Laurie Metcalf, has announced a student rush policy for the strictly limited engagement at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 W 44th Street).  A limited number of $35 tickets (inclusive of a $2 facility fee) will be available to students 25 years old and younger when the box office opens for that day's performance(s). Photo identification is required.  Patrons are limited to two tickets person.  Tickets are subject to availability.

Support Working Artists Theatre Project: Bid To Meet MISERY's Bruce Willis
by Michael Dale - December 7, 2015


Charitybuzz is now hosting an online auction for two tickets for MISERY and a visit with the star after the show.

TV Exclusive: MISERY MANUSCRIPT SERIES: Scenic Design with David Korins
by Nicole Rosky - November 16, 2015


From adaptation, to scenic design, music and interpretation, the MISERY MANUSCRIPT SERIES takes audiences behind the scenes for an inside look at how the thriller was brought to life (and death) on stage. From best-selling novel to award-winning movie and now Broadway, watch as scenic designer David Korins discusses creating the world of Misery.

TV: Broadway's Best Share Why MISERY Freaks Them Out on the Opening Night Red Carpet!
by TV - Red Carpets - November 16, 2015


Broadway's new suspense thriller Misery, starring two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis and three-time Emmy Award winner Laurie Metcalf and written by two-time Academy Award winner William Goldman, opened last night, Sunday, November 15, 2015, in a strictly limited 16-week engagement. BroadwayWorld was on the red carpet to find out why the evening's big guests get freaked out by the story. Check out what they had to say below!

TV: Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf Chat at Opening Night of MISERY!
by TV - Opening Night Special - November 16, 2015


Broadway's new suspense thriller Misery, starring two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis and three-time Emmy Award winner Laurie Metcalf and written by two-time Academy Award winner William Goldman, opened last night, Sunday, November 15, 2015, in a strictly limited 16-week engagement. BroadwayWorld was there to chat with the cast at the opening night party!

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet for MISERY on Broadway's Opening Night!
by Walter McBride - November 16, 2015


BroadwayWorld was there to capture the opening night red carpet arrivals. 

Photo Coverage: Party with the Chilling Cast of MISERY on Opening Night!
by Walter McBride - November 16, 2015


BroadwayWorld was there to capture the stars en route to their opening night party!

Photo Coverage: MISERY's Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf Take Opening Night Bows
by Walter McBride - November 16, 2015


Broadway got a little more Misery-able last night as the new thrilled Misery, starring Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf opened, for a 16-week engagement. Below, check out the stars enjoying their opening night curtain call! 

Review Roundup: Bruce Willis-Led MISERY Officially Creeps Onto Broadway
by Sally Henry Fuller - November 15, 2015


Broadway's new suspense thriller Misery, starring two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis and three-time Emmy Award winner Laurie Metcalf and written by two-time Academy Award winner William Goldman, opens tonight, Sunday, November 15, 2015, in a strictly limited 16-week engagement.

BWW Review: Laurie Metcalf's Brilliance Turns MISERY From Thriller To Fascinating Character Study
by Michael Dale - November 15, 2015


The stage version of Stephen King's thriller focuses on Metcalf's portrayal of a lonely, mentally unstable fan.

STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Bruce Willis & Laurie Metcalf in MISERY on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - November 13, 2015


Broadway's new suspense thriller Misery, starring two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis and three-time Emmy Award winner Laurie Metcalf and written by two-time Academy Award winner William Goldman, officially opens on Sunday, November 15 at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre (235 W 44th Street). It will play a strictly limited 16-week engagement. Check out highlights of the cast in action below!

VIDEO: MISERY's Director Will Frears and Playwright William Goldman Discuss Bringing Stephen King's Brilliance To The Stage
by Michael Dale - November 13, 2015


MISERY's playwright and director discuss the special details of their production created to bring the novelist's brilliance to the stage.

Meet the Cast of Broadway's New Suspense Thriller- MISERY; Opens Tonight at the Broadhurst Theatre!
by Nicole Rosky - November 15, 2015


Broadway's new suspense thriller Misery, starring two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis and three-time Emmy Award winner Laurie Metcalf and written by two-time Academy Award winner William Goldman, opens tonight at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre (235 W 44th Street), in a strictly limited 16-week engagement.

Misery's Child Gets a New Ending from 4th Sweepstakes Winner, Alison Lesko!
by MISERY Sweepstakes - November 3, 2015


Listen to Annie Wilkes and you just might make it out alive. MISERY is offering you a way out, and your ticket in to see Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf on Broadway... on a few conditions. Enter the official NUMBER ONE FAN SWEEPSTAKES for a chance to win tickets to William Goldman's thrilling stage adaptation of Stephen King's best-selling novel. Visit the MISERY website and complete the tasks (liking MISERY ON BROADWAY on Facebook, writing your own ending to Misery's Child, etc.) and you could win.

Photo Flash: Just in Time for Halloween! First Look at Bruce Willis & Laurie Metcalf in MISERY on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - October 30, 2015


Broadway's new suspense thriller Misery, starring two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis and three-time Emmy Award winner Laurie Metcalfand written by two-time Academy Award winner William Goldman, begins performances tonight, October 22, 2015, at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre (235 W 44th Street), and officially opens on Sunday, November 15, 2015, in a strictly limited 16-week engagement.

Misery's Child Gets a New Ending from 3rd Sweepstakes Winner, Michelle Ackerman!
by MISERY Sweepstakes - October 27, 2015


Listen to Annie Wilkes and you just might make it out alive. MISERY is offering you a way out, and your ticket in to see Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf on Broadway... on a few conditions. Enter the official NUMBER ONE FAN SWEEPSTAKES for a chance to win tickets to William Goldman's thrilling stage adaptation of Stephen King's best-selling novel. Visit the MISERY website and complete the tasks (liking MISERY ON BROADWAY on Facebook, writing your own ending to Misery's Child, etc.) and you could win:

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: MISERY's Laurie Metcalf, Thrilling Audiences in THE OTHER PLACE and BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS
by Michael Dale - October 23, 2015


Metcalf won an Obie Award for her Off-Broadway debut and is one of the finest actors regularly appearing in New York.

MISERY's Bruce Willis and CHICAGO's Rumer Willis; Daddy/Daughter Broadway Debuts
by Michael Dale - October 23, 2015


With last night's first preview of MISERY, dad and daughter Bruce and Rumer Willis are now officially making their Broadway debuts together;

TV: Broadway Is About to Get Intense! Watch Bruce Willis & Laurie Metcalf Take First Bows in MISERY
by Nicole Rosky - October 23, 2015


Broadway's new suspense thriller Misery, starring two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner and written by two-time Academy Award winner William Goldman, just began performances last night, October 22, 2015, at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre (235 W 44th Street), and officially opens on Sunday, November 15, 2015, in a strictly limited 16-week engagement. BroadwayWorld was there to catch the cast's very first curtain call and you can check out footage below!

Photo Coverage: Bruce Willis & Laurie Metcalf Take First Broadway Bows in MISERY
by Walter McBride - October 23, 2015


Broadway's new suspense thriller Misery, starring two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis and three-time Emmy Award winner Laurie Metcalf and written by two-time Academy Award winner William Goldman, just began performances last night, October 22, 2015, at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre (235 W 44th Street), and officially opens on Sunday, November 15, 2015, in a strictly limited 16-week engagement. BroadwayWorld was there to catch the cast's very first curtain call and you can check out photos below!

VIDEO FLASHBACK: MISERY Begins Broadway Previews! Will You Be Its Number One Fan?
by Michael Dale - October 22, 2015


A look back at Rob Reiner's 1990 film version of MISERY and new stars Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf.

MISERY, Starring Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf, Creeps onto Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015


Broadway's new suspense thriller Misery, starring two-time Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis and three-time Emmy Award winner Laurie Metcalf and written by two-time Academy Award winner William Goldman, begins performances tonight, October 22, 2015, at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre (235 W 44th Street), and officially opens on Sunday, November 15, 2015, in a strictly limited 16-week engagement.

Misery's Child Gets a New Ending from 2nd Sweepstakes Winner, Matthew Paul Olmos!
by MISERY Sweepstakes - October 21, 2015


Listen to Annie Wilkes and you just might make it out alive. MISERY is offering you a way out, and your ticket in to see Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf on Broadway... on a few conditions. Enter the official NUMBER ONE FAN SWEEPSTAKES for a chance to win tickets to William Goldman's thrilling stage adaptation of Stephen King's best-selling novel. Visit the MISERY website and complete the tasks (liking MISERY ON BROADWAY on Facebook, writing your own ending to Misery's Child, etc.) and you could win:

VIDEO: Bruce Willis Talks Making Broadway Debut in MISERY: 'I'm Not That Frightened Of It'
by Caryn Robbins - October 19, 2015


Returning to TODAY for his first live appearance in 21 years, actor Bruce Willis sat down with Matt Lauer to talk about his upcoming film 'Rock the Kasbah,' and his upcoming Broadway debut in a stage version of the Stephen King thriller MISERY.

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Misery - 2015 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Scenic Design (Play or Musical) David Korins
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Laurie Metcalf

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