

Delirious
“A comedy about a soap opera writer who's typing without a ribbon.”
A soap opera writer gets hit on the head and wakes up as a character in his own show.
Where to watch Delirious in United States
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Where is Delirious streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla, Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
About Delirious
Delirious is a 1991 English-language fantasy, comedy and romance film directed by Tom Mankiewicz. The cast is led by John Candy, Mariel Hemingway, Emma Samms. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 5.7/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel.
Delirious was produced by MGM-Pathé Communications and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on August 9, 1991, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $18 million, it went on to gross $6 million worldwide.
- Director
- Tom Mankiewicz
- Writers
- Lawrence J. Cohen, Fred Freeman
- Release date
- August 9, 1991
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $18 million
- Box office
- $6 million
- Production
- MGM-Pathé Communications, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Delirious cast & crew
Delirious was directed by Tom Mankiewicz and written by Lawrence J. Cohen and Fred Freeman.
The cast features John Candy as Jack Gable, Mariel Hemingway as Janet Dubois / Louise, Emma Samms as Rachel Hedison / Laura Claybourne, Raymond Burr as Carter Hedison, Dylan Baker as Blake Hedison, and Charles Rocket as Ty Hedison.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Cliff Eidelman, cinematography is by Robert M. Stevens, and it was produced by Richard Donner and Doug Claybourne.
Is Delirious worth watching?
Delirious holds an audience score of 5.7/10 from 164 ratings, a more divisive fantasy films.
At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy fantasy, comedy, and romance, Delirious is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Delirious
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Cast of Delirious

John Candy
Jack Gable

Mariel Hemingway
Janet Dubois / Louise

Emma Samms
Rachel Hedison / Laura Claybourne

Raymond Burr
Carter Hedison

Dylan Baker
Blake Hedison

Charles Rocket
Ty Hedison

David Rasche
Dr. Paul Kirkwood / Dennis

Andrea Thompson
Nurse Helen Caldwell

Zach Grenier
Mickey

Jerry Orbach
Lou Sherwood

Renée Taylor
Arlene Sherwood
Milt Oberman
Fetterman
Delirious — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Delirious in United States?
Delirious is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads in United States.
▸Is Delirious on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — Delirious is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is Delirious in?
Delirious is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Delirious?
Delirious runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).
▸What is Delirious rated?
Delirious is rated PG. It holds a 5.7/10 audience score from 164 ratings.











