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Before I Wake (2016)

“Fear your dreams.”

6.5/10 · 2,034 votes 1h 37m pg-13 FantasyThrillerDramaHorror

#161 of 305 films from 2016 #675 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Mike Flanagan · Written by Mike Flanagan, Jeff Howard

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Overview

An orphaned child's dreams—and nightmares—manifest physically as he sleeps.

Cast

Kate Bosworthas Jessie
Jacob Tremblayas Cody
Thomas Janeas Mark
Annabeth Gishas Natalie
Lance E. Nicholsas Detective
Scottie Thompsonas Teacher
Dash Mihokas Whelan
Jay Karnesas Peter
Kyla Deaveras Annie
Courtney Bellas Andrea
Justin Gordonas Doctor Tennant
Hunter Wenzelas Tate
Dyer Scott Lumpkinas Chrysalis Kids
Jack Teagueas Physcian in Mental Ward Dayroom (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateApril 7, 2016
Runtime97 min (1h 37m) — about the same as the 2016 average of 106 min
GenresFantasy, Thriller, Drama, Horror
LanguageEN
Box office$4,937,677
IMDbtt3174376

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Questions

How long is Before I Wake?
Before I Wake runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Is Before I Wake worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 2,034 votes, which places it #161 of 305 films released in 2016 in this index (top 48%) and #675 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Before I Wake?
Before I Wake was directed by Mike Flanagan. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Life of Chuck (2025), Doctor Sleep (2019), Hush (2016).
Who stars in Before I Wake?
Kate Bosworth as Jessie; Jacob Tremblay as Cody; Thomas Jane as Mark; Annabeth Gish as Natalie; Lance E. Nichols as Detective; Scottie Thompson as Teacher.
What is Before I Wake rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Before I Wake?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/130825.

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