Awakenings
First aired on Dec 4, 1990
80%
Genres: Drama
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.
Featured Cast: click image to view more
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
Featured Crew
Penny Marshall | Director
Miroslav Ondříček | Director of Photography
Gerald B. Greenberg | Editor
Walter F. Parkes | Producer
Battle Davis | Editor
Lawrence Lasker | Producer
