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: 1990-12-04

Genres: Drama

Director: Penny Marshall

Actors: Robert De Niro ,Robin Williams ,John Heard ,Julie Kavner ,Penelope Ann Miller ,Ruth Nelson ,Max von Sydow ,Anne Meara ,Dexter Gordon ,George Martin

Duration: 2h

IMDB rating: 7.8