Movie

Phenomenon

“Some things in life just can't be explained.”

★ 6.5(1,337)19962h 3m

Phenomenon is streaming on Disney Plus in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability checked 12 June 2026.

Where to watch Phenomenon

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Good to know

Director: Jon Turteltaub
Release date: 1996-07-05
Runtime: 2h 3m
Language: English
Box office: $152,000,000
Budget: $32,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Touchstone Pictures

Phenomenon — trailer

About Phenomenon

Phenomenon is a 1996 movie in the Drama, Romance and Fantasy genres, directed by Jon Turteltaub, starring John Travolta, Kyra Sedgwick and Forest Whitaker. It has a runtime of 2 hours 3 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 1,337 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Phenomenon in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An ordinary man sees a bright light descend from the sky, and discovers he now has super-intelligence and telekinesis.

Cast

John Travolta

George Malley

Kyra Sedgwick

Lace Pennamin

Forest Whitaker

Nate Pope

Robert Duvall

Doc

Jeffrey DeMunn

Professor Ringold

Richard Kiley

Dr. Wellin

David Gallagher

Ashley Buccille

Glory

Tony Genaro

Tito

Sean O'Bryan

Banes

Michael Milhoan

Jimmy

Troy Evans

Roger

Themes & keywords

brain tumorgeniusterminal illnesstelekinesisdoctorpsionic powerphilosophicalawestruck

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Phenomenon in Canada?+

In Canada, you can stream Phenomenon on Disney Plus. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Is Phenomenon on Netflix?+

Phenomenon is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Disney Plus.

How long is Phenomenon?+

Phenomenon has a runtime of 2 hours 3 minutes (123 minutes).

Who stars in Phenomenon?+

Phenomenon stars John Travolta, Kyra Sedgwick, Forest Whitaker, Robert Duvall and Jeffrey DeMunn.

When did Phenomenon come out?+

Phenomenon is a 1996 movie directed by Jon Turteltaub.

What genre is Phenomenon?+

Phenomenon is Drama, Romance and Fantasy film.

Who directed Phenomenon?+

Phenomenon was directed by Jon Turteltaub.