Awakenings(1990)
“There is no such thing as a simple miracle.”
Overview
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.
Director
Penny Marshall
Studio
Parkes/Lasker productions
Budget
$31M
Revenue
$52M
Cast
Robert De Niro
as Leonard Lowe
Robin Williams
as Malcolm Sayer
John Heard
as Dr. Kaufman
Julie Kavner
as Eleanor Costello
Penelope Ann Miller
as Paula
Ruth Nelson
as Mrs. Lowe
Max von Sydow
as Peter Ingham
Anne Meara
as Miriam
Dexter Gordon
as Rolando
George Martin
as Frank
Alice Drummond
as Lucy Fishman
Richard Libertini
as Sidney
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1990
Runtime
2h 0m
Language
English
Rating
7.8 / 10
Budget
$31M
Box Office
$52M
Production Companies
Parkes/Lasker productions
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Where can I watch Awakenings?▼
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What is Awakenings about?▼
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.
Who directed Awakenings?▼
Awakenings was directed by Penny Marshall and released in 1990. It is a drama film.
How long is Awakenings?▼
Awakenings has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
Who stars in Awakenings?▼
The cast of Awakenings includes Robert De Niro as Leonard Lowe, Robin Williams as Malcolm Sayer, John Heard as Dr. Kaufman, Julie Kavner as Eleanor Costello, Penelope Ann Miller as Paula and more.
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