How long is Awakenings?

Awakenings is 2 h long (120 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 10:00 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.

What is Awakenings rated?

Awakenings is rated PG-13 in the US.

Where can I stream Awakenings?

In the US, as of 2026-11-05: Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel (subscription), Tubi TV (free with ads). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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Awakenings (1990) runs 2 h, is rated PG-13 in the US and averages 7.8 from 3,007 TMDB members. 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.

Runtime: 2 h — ends 10:00 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated: PG-13 (US)
Genres: Drama
Released: December 4, 1990
TMDB rating: 7.8 / 10 from 3,007 votes
Director: Penny Marshall
Starring: Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, John Heard, Julie Kavner
Language: English

Good for a group? Better for one or two who will actually watch.Drama reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point.

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Streaming availability by JustWatch. In the US, as of 2026-11-05: Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel (subscription), Tubi TV (free with ads).

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How long is Awakenings?: Awakenings is 2 h long (120 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 10:00 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is Awakenings rated?: Awakenings is rated PG-13 in the US.
Is Awakenings a good movie to watch with a group?: Better for one or two who will actually watch. Drama reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point.
Where can I stream Awakenings?: In the US, as of 2026-11-05: Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel (subscription), Tubi TV (free with ads). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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