Awakenings

Name: Awakenings
Director: Penny Marshall
Genre: Drama
Released: 1990
Duration: 2 h
Rating: 7.8
Cast: Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, John Heard, Julie Kavner, Penelope Ann Miller

There is no such thing as a simple miracle.

19902h 0m7.8(2,918 votes)

Drama

Synopsis

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 rev…

Awakenings (1990) is a drama film directed by Penny Marshall. It stars Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, and John Heard. The film runs for 2 hours. Audiences have made it strongly rated, with an average score of 7.8 out of 10 from 2,918 votes.

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Director

Penny Marshall

Cast

Robert De Niro

Leonard Lowe

Robin Williams

Malcolm Sayer

John Heard

Dr. Kaufman

Julie Kavner

Eleanor Costello

Penelope Ann Miller

Paula

Ruth Nelson

Mrs. Lowe

Max von Sydow

Peter Ingham

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Who stars in Awakenings?

Awakenings stars Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, John Heard, and Julie Kavner, and was directed by Penny Marshall.

How long is Awakenings?

Awakenings has a runtime of 2 hours.

When did Awakenings come out?

Awakenings was released in 1990.

What genre is Awakenings?

Awakenings is a drama film.

Is Awakenings worth watching?

Awakenings holds an average audience score of 7.8 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.