Bad Therapy (2020): Cast, Ratings & Where to Watch
Bad Therapy is a 2020 comedy drama directed by William Teitler, starring Michaela Watkins as Judy Small, Alicia Silverstone and Haley Joel Osment. It runs 1 hour 37 minutes. Critics gave it 7% on Rotten Tomatoes and 41 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.4/10. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 37m (97 min)
- Director
- William Teitler
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Gravitas Ventures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Bad Therapy About?
The premise of Bad Therapy without spoilers.
Judy Small, a newly qualified therapist, presents a composed and professional image, but struggles with her own hidden insecurities. While treating married couple Bob and Susan Howard, Judy’s therapeutic approaches unexpectedly create chaos, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and challenging the stability of their marriage. The situation quickly spirals out of control, exposing the vulnerabilities of everyone involved.
Bad Therapy Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- motel room
- swimming pool
- chloroformed man
- chloroform
- bound and gagged
- woman punches a woman
- rooftop
- wife saves husband
- what happened to epilogue
- dark comedy
- young widow
- overprotective mother
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- breakfast
- stepfather stepdaughter relationship
- los angeles california
- reading a newspaper
- husband wife relationship
- aerial camera shot
- overhead camera shot
- husband wife kiss
- pregnant with triplets
- female realtor
- couples therapy
- therapy session
- television executive
- therapist client relationship
- head of programming
- psychiatrist patient relationship
- reference to disney
- marriage counseling
- mother daughter relationship
- marriage counselor
- woman sneezing
- sneeze
- applying lipstick
- 13 year old
- teenage girl
- girl with pigtails
- detention
- bus ride
- answering machine
- manipulative psychiatrist
- clinking glasses
- kiss on the cheek
- parking garage
- sexual harassment
- obscene finger gesture
- woman giving the middle finger
- drunken woman
- marital problem
Where to Watch Bad Therapy
Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Bad Therapy Cast & Characters
Michaela Watkins leads the cast as Judy Small, with Alicia Silverstone as Susan Howard and Haley Joel Osment as Reed. Directed by William Teitler; 14 actors are credited in all.
- Director William Teitler
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Haley Joel Osment as Reed -
David Paymer as Dr. Edward Kingsley
Also Starring in Bad Therapy
· 10 more- Rob Corddry Bob Howard
- Ginger Gonzaga Miranda
- Aisha Tyler Roxy
- Sarah Shahi Annabelle
- Marcelo Tubert Dr. John
- Dichen Lachman Stern
- John Ross Bowie Nick
- Jack Axelrod Dr. Cherbenko
- Anna Pniowsky Louise
- Angela Oh Dr. Smithson
Bad Therapy Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Bad Therapy 7% on Rotten Tomatoes and 41 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 36/100, strongest in art & craft (45) and weakest in rewatch factor (20).
Bad Therapy Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, Bad Therapy suffers from inconsistent execution across its elements and fails to cohere into a satisfying whole. Critics and users alike note sporadic tonal shifts that undercut the film’s dark comedic premise and lead to a disjointed viewing experience. While occasional stylistic nods to suspense and black comedy hint at potential, they remain underdeveloped and fail to unify the narrative. The film’s uneven structure and lack of a clear visual identity result in an overall experience that feels muddled rather than engaging.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 45
In terms of art and craft, the film displays occasional stylistic ambition but struggles to maintain coherence. References to noir-inspired lighting and Hitchcock-like framing suggest a deliberate visual approach, yet inconsistent editing and a lack of cohesive production design undermine its impact. The result is an uneven aesthetic that never solidifies into a distinctive visual identity.
- Character & Emotion 40
When it comes to character and emotion, performances vary widely and character depth is limited. Some leads deliver moments of nuance, but underdeveloped arcs and uneven ensemble chemistry hinder emotional resonance. The screenplay’s broad approach prevents meaningful connections, resulting in portrayals that often feel disconnected. Overall, the film fails to foster strong emotional engagement with its characters.
- Story & Flow 30
In terms of story and flow, the screenplay is uneven and frequently loses focus. Initial intrigue gives way to wandering plotlines and unclear pacing, leaving suspense and comedic beats unfulfilled. While the premise shows promise as a dark comedy with horror elements, its transitions lack finesse and lead to a disengaged narrative. Ultimately, the plot coherence remains its weakest aspect.
- Sensory Experience 45
When evaluating the sensory experience, the film offers occasional atmospheric tension through sound design and musical cues. Visual style hints at a moody palette aligned with the dark comedy tone, but overall lacks refinement. Inconsistent sound mixing and generic soundtrack choices fail to sustain immersion. Although moments of ambiance emerge, they are too sporadic to establish a fully engaging sensory landscape.
- Rewatch Factor 20
Regarding rewatch factor, the film leaves little lasting appeal and offers minimal reward on subsequent viewings. Initial curiosity about the premise fades quickly due to its shapeless structure and absence of memorable moments. The sparse character development and fragmented tone do not reveal new layers, resulting in limited motivation to revisit the film.
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IMDb 4.4 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 7% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 37%
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Metacritic 41 Metascore
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TMDB 43% User score
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Letterboxd 3.3 /5
78 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.2 /5
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Bad Therapy Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “Un mal viaje” and “Брэд трип”.
- Also known as
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- Un mal viaje
- Брэд трип
- Viagem Ruim
- Приколисты в дороге
- 一路闹到底, ცუდი მოგზაურობა
- Şaka Peşinde
- 배드 트립
- Mizerná jízda
- Ugratások filmje
- Pranksterzy w trasie
- Un viaje pesado
- טריפ רע: מותחים גבולות
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- Bad Trip: ทริปป่วนคู่อำ
- Chuyến đi siêu quậy
- Невдала поїздка
- 一路鬧到底
- バッド・トリップ ~どっきり横断の旅~
- Călătorie cu surprize
- Bloga kelionė
- 不軌此行
- الرحلة الشقيّة
- Bad Trip : Tours du pays
- बैड ट्रिप
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Movies Like Bad Therapy
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Under Therapy, Love Therapy and Couples Retreat.
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Under Therapy 2023 -
Love Therapy 2025 -
Couples Retreat 2009 -
Bad Behaviour 2024 -
Psycho Therapy: The Shallow Tale of a Writer Who Decided to Write About a Serial Killer 2025 -
The Trouble with Romance 2009 -
Such Good Friends 1971 -
The Good Girl 2002 -
A Bit of Bad Luck 2016 -
Total Therapy 1997 -
Bad Tales 2021 -
An Amazing Couple 2004
Bad Therapy FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, ratings and post-credit scenes of Bad Therapy, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Bad Therapy?
Bad Therapy runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).
When was Bad Therapy released?
Bad Therapy was released on April 17, 2020.
Who directed Bad Therapy?
Bad Therapy was directed by William Teitler.
Who is in the cast of Bad Therapy?
Bad Therapy stars Michaela Watkins as Judy Small, Alicia Silverstone as Susan Howard and Haley Joel Osment as Reed, among 14 credited actors.
Where can I watch Bad Therapy?
In the US, Bad Therapy is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and Pluto TV and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How is Bad Therapy rated?
Bad Therapy has 4.4/10 on IMDb, 7% on Rotten Tomatoes, 41 on Metacritic and 43% on TMDB.
Does Bad Therapy have a post-credit scene?
No. Bad Therapy has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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