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Awake (2007)

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

6.6/10 · 1,622 votes 1h 24m r ThrillerCrimeMystery

#103 of 208 films from 2007 #1082 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Joby Harold · Written by Joby Harold

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Overview

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.

Cast

Hayden Christensenas Clay Beresford
Jessica Albaas Sam Lockwood
Terrence Howardas Dr. Jack Harper
Lena Olinas Lilith Beresford
Christopher McDonaldas Dr. Larry Lupin
Sam Robardsas Clayton Beresford Sr.
Arliss Howardas Dr. Jonathan Neyer
Fisher Stevensas Dr. Puttnam
Georgina Chapmanas Penny Carver
David Harbouras Dracula
Steven Hinkleas Young Clay
Denis O'Hareas Financial News Analyst
Charlie Hewsonas Brian the Orderly
Court Youngas Officer Doherty

Facts

Release dateNovember 28, 2007
Runtime84 min (1h 24m) — shorter as the 2007 average of 105 min
GenresThriller, Crime, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$86,000,000
Box office$14,373,825 (0.2× budget)
IMDbtt0211933

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Questions

How long is Awake?
Awake runs 84 minutes (1h 24m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Awake worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 1,622 votes, which places it #103 of 208 films released in 2007 in this index (top 51%) and #1082 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Awake?
Awake was directed by Joby Harold.
Who stars in Awake?
Hayden Christensen as Clay Beresford; Jessica Alba as Sam Lockwood; Terrence Howard as Dr. Jack Harper; Lena Olin as Lilith Beresford; Christopher McDonald as Dr. Larry Lupin; Sam Robards as Clayton Beresford Sr..
What is Awake rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Awake?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/13787.

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