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Awakenings at a glance
Awakenings is a 1990 drama film, running 2h 0m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 12 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel.
Rated 12 in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1990-12-04
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- Penny Marshall
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.8 / 10 · 3,010 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmDr. Malcolm Sayer, a shy research physician, uses an experimental drug to "awaken" the catatonic victims of a rare disease. Leonard is the first patient to receive the controversial treatment. His awakening, filled with awe and enthusiasm, proves a rebirth for Sayer too, as the exuberant patient reveals life's simple but unutterably sweet pleasures to the introverted doctor.
Cast
14 names
Robert De NiroLeonard Lowe
Robin WilliamsMalcolm Sayer
John HeardDr. Kaufman
Julie KavnerEleanor Costello
Penelope Ann MillerPaula
Ruth NelsonMrs. Lowe
Max von SydowPeter Ingham
Anne MearaMiriam
Dexter GordonRolando
George MartinFrank
Alice DrummondLucy Fishman
Richard LibertiniSidney
Laura EstermanLolly
Barton HeymanBertQuestions about Awakenings
Quick answersWhere can I watch Awakenings in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Awakenings is listed on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Awakenings suitable for children?
Awakenings is rated 12 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is Awakenings on PelisPlus UK?
Awakenings has a full discovery page on PelisPlus UK with its synopsis, cast, ratings and runtime. PelisPlus UK does not host video files; playback opens the third-party player sources configured by the site operator.
What is Awakenings about?
Dr. Malcolm Sayer, a shy research physician, uses an experimental drug to "awaken" the catatonic victims of a rare disease. Leonard is the first patient to receive the controversial treatment. His awakening, filled with awe and enthusiasm, proves a rebirth for Sayer too, as the exuberant patient reveals life's simple…
How long is Awakenings?
Awakenings runs for 2h 0m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Awakenings trailer?
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