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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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- Where can I watch Awakenings online?
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- When did Awakenings come out?
- Awakenings was released in 1990.
- What genre is Awakenings?
- Awakenings is a drama film.
- How long is Awakenings?
- Awakenings runs about 2h (120 minutes).
- Who stars in Awakenings?
- Awakenings stars Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, John Heard, and Julie Kavner.
- How is Awakenings rated?
- Awakenings currently scores 7.8 out of 10 based on aggregated viewer ratings.
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