Sleeper (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1973, Sleeper is a comedy, romance and science fiction film directed by Woody Allen, running about 87 minutes. “Woody Allen takes a nostalgic look at the future.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Miles Monroe, a clarinet-playing health food store proprietor, is revived out of cryostasis 200 years into a future world in order to help rebels fight an oppressive government regime.
Who’s in it. Sleeper stars Woody Allen as Miles Monroe, Diane Keaton as Luna Schlosser, John Beck as Erno Windt and Mary Gregory as Dr. Melik, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Sleeper has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $18.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sleeper page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sleeper tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sleeper (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sleeper change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sleeper worth watching?
- Sleeper holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sleeper?
- Sleeper stars Woody Allen, Diane Keaton, John Beck, Mary Gregory and Brian Avery.
- When was Sleeper released?
- Sleeper was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.