Where to watch Awakenings(1990)
In the United States, Awakenings is available to stream on Sony Pictures Core. It's also free on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Where to stream Awakenings
Availability in United States
Included with subscription
Sony Pictures Core
Free
Tubi TV
Rent
Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play
YouTube
Fandango At Home
Buy
- Amazon Video
- Apple TV
- Google Play
- YouTube
- Fandango At Home
Data updated on October 9, 2026. Availability data from JustWatch.
Awakenings plot summary
There is no such thing as a simple miracle.
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.
Details
- Release date
- December 4, 1990
- Runtime
- 2h
- Genres
- Drama
- Directed by
- Penny Marshall
- Country
- United States
- TMDB rating
- 7.8 / 10 · 2,982 votes
Awakenings trailer
Cast
Robert De NiroLeonard Lowe
Robin WilliamsMalcolm Sayer
John HeardDr. Kaufman
Julie KavnerEleanor Costello
Penelope Ann MillerPaula
Ruth NelsonMrs. Lowe
Max von SydowPeter Ingham
Anne MearaMiriam
Dexter GordonRolando
George MartinFrank
FAQ
Where can I watch Awakenings?
In the United States, Awakenings is available to stream on Sony Pictures Core. It's also free on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Can I rent or buy Awakenings?
Yes. In the United States you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
How long is Awakenings?
Awakenings runs 2h (120 minutes).
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