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Awakenings

7.819902h PG-13MovieDrama

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,…

DirectorPenny Marshall
WriterSteven Zaillian
ProducersLawrence Lasker·Walter F. Parkes

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Penny Marshall

Robert De Niro
Robert De Niro
Leonard Lowe
Robin Williams
Robin Williams
Malcolm Sayer
John Heard
John Heard
Dr. Kaufman
Julie Kavner
Julie Kavner
Eleanor Costello
Penelope Ann Miller
Penelope Ann Miller
Paula
Ruth Nelson
Ruth Nelson
Mrs. Lowe
Max von Sydow
Max von Sydow
Peter Ingham
Anne Meara
Anne Meara
Miriam
Dexter Gordon
Dexter Gordon
Rolando
George Martin
George Martin
Frank
Alice Drummond
Alice Drummond
Lucy Fishman
Richard Libertini
Richard Libertini
Sidney

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Awakenings — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Awakenings?

Awakenings isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is Awakenings on Netflix?

No, Awakenings is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is Awakenings on Amazon Prime Video?

Awakenings isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Awakenings for free?

Awakenings isn't available free in United States; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is Awakenings based on a true story?

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