Awakenings

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.

Release Date

Dec 4, 1990

Runtime

2h 0m

Director

Penny Marshall

Country

United States of America

Company

Parkes/Lasker productions

Budget

$31,000,000

Revenue

$52,096,475