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Wide Awake

6.020061h 19mRMovieDocumentaryHorror

Filmmaker Alan Berliner chronicles his lifelong battle with insomnia in this intimate documentary. The cameras roll as he tries to quiet his overly active mind so he can get a decent night's sleep, capturing the details of what it's like…

DirectorAlan Berliner

WriterAlan Berliner

ProducerSheila Nevins

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HBO Max Amazon Channel

Now TV Cinema HBO Max

HBO Max

Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Alan Berliner

William C. Dement

Self (as Dr. William C. Dement)

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Wide Awake — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Wide Awake?

Wide Awake is streaming on HBO Max and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Wide Awake on Netflix?

No, Wide Awake is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. It's currently on HBO Max and Now TV Cinema.

Is Wide Awake on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Wide Awake isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on HBO Max and Now TV Cinema instead.

Where can I watch Wide Awake for free?

Wide Awake is available on HBO Max and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Wide Awake based on a true story?

Yes — Wide Awake is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).