Movie

Awakenings

“There is no such thing as a simple miracle.”

★ 7.8(2,893)19902h 0m

Awakenings is streaming on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store and YouTube. Availability checked 21 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Penny Marshall
Release date: 1990-12-04
Runtime: 2h 0m
Language: English
Box office: $52,096,475
Budget: $31,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Parkes/Lasker productions

Awakenings — trailer

About Awakenings

Awakenings is a 1990 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Penny Marshall, starring Robert De Niro, Robin Williams and John Heard. It has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.8/10 from 2,893 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Awakenings in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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 but unutterably sweet pleasures to the introverted doctor.

Cast

Robert De Niro

Leonard Lowe

Robin Williams

Malcolm Sayer

John Heard

Dr. Kaufman

Julie Kavner

Eleanor Costello

Penelope Ann Miller

Paula

Ruth Nelson

Mrs. Lowe

Max von Sydow

Peter Ingham

Anne Meara

Miriam

Dexter Gordon

Rolando

George Martin

Frank

Alice Drummond

Lucy Fishman

Richard Libertini

Sidney

Themes & keywords

comaexperimentbased on novel or bookhopemiraclebased on true storyhospitalillnesswoman directorcomatosemedical drama

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Awakenings in United Kingdom?+

In United Kingdom, you can stream Awakenings on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store and YouTube.

Is Awakenings on Netflix?+

Awakenings is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now, but you can stream it on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel.

How long is Awakenings?+

Awakenings has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes (120 minutes).

Who stars in Awakenings?+

Awakenings stars Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, John Heard, Julie Kavner and Penelope Ann Miller.

When did Awakenings come out?+

Awakenings is a 1990 movie directed by Penny Marshall.

What genre is Awakenings?+

Awakenings is Drama film.

Who directed Awakenings?+

Awakenings was directed by Penny Marshall.