Movie

Phenomenon

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

★ 6.5(1,341)19962h 3m

Phenomenon is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 14 June 2026.

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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 1,341 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Phenomenon in United States — 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 United States?+

In United States, you can stream Phenomenon on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Phenomenon on Netflix?+

Phenomenon is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

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.