Plot Summary
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.
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Director & Crew
Penny Marshall
Director
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Who directed Awakenings?
Awakenings was directed by Penny Marshall and released in 1990.
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Awakenings has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1990-12-04
- Budget
- $31.0M
- Box Office
- $52.1M
- Status
- Released