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Awake

2007·Movie
1h 24min·R
IMDb6.5Metacritic335.5Rotten Tomatoes23%55%

Where to watch

PrimefuboTVParamount+ with ShowtimeParamount+The CW

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue9
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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About

Every year, one in 700 people wake up during surgery.

While undergoing heart surgery, a man experiences a phenomenon called ‘anesthetic awareness’, which leaves him awake but paralyzed throughout the operation. As various obstacles present themselves, his wife must make life-altering decisions while wrestling with her own personal drama.
Medical ThrillerAnesthetic AwarenessPsychological SuspenseHigh Stakes DecisionsEmotional TraumaIntense DramaInternal StruggleBetrayal & Deceit

Crew

Directed by:
Joby Harold, Amanda Slater, Anthony Pettine
Written by:
Joby Harold
Produced by:
Fisher Stevens, Harvey Weinstein, Bob Weinstein
Composed by:
Paul Hsu, Graeme Revell, Marko Costanzo

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Awake

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Awake legally?

PrimefuboTVParamount+ with ShowtimeParamount+The CWKanopyHooplaFandango at Home Free

Awake is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Paramount+ with Showtime, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Awake worth watching?

44
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 23%, and Metacritic 33). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Awake rated?

RDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is Awake?

1 h 24 min

Awake runs 1 h 24 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Awake?

Critics28
Audiences58

Not quite. Audiences rate Awake higher (58) than critics (28). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Awake a box office hit?

Budget$86 million
Box office$14 million

No. It cost about $86 million to make and earned $14 million worldwide, 17% of its budget.

What language is Awake in?

EnglishJapanese

It was made in English, with some Japanese. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Awake?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Awake in 95 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Awake use?

Fan DisserviceWhat Happened to the Mouse?Meaningful NamePsychological ThrillerArtistic License – MedicineOrgan TheftBig Bad FriendForegone ConclusionChekhov's GunBroken PedestalBitch in Sheep's ClothingManipulative Bastardand 29 more

TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for Awake, including Fan Disservice, What Happened to the Mouse?, Meaningful Name.