Rude Awakening (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1980, Rude Awakening is a horror film directed by Peter Sasdy, running about 52 minutes.
What it’s about. A real estate broker finds himself having dreams that seem to be incredibly real. They are so real, in fact, that he begins to wonder which is the dream and which is reality. Originally an episode of British horror anthology TV series, Hammer House of Horror, that later received a feature release in the United States.
Who’s in it. Rude Awakening stars Denholm Elliott as Norman Shenley, James Laurenson as Rayburn, Pat Heywood as Emily and Lucy Gutteridge as Lolly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Rude Awakening sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rude Awakening page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rude Awakening tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rude Awakening (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rude Awakening change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rude Awakening worth watching?
- Rude Awakening holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rude Awakening?
- Rude Awakening stars Denholm Elliott, James Laurenson, Pat Heywood, Lucy Gutteridge and Eleanor Summerfield.
- When was Rude Awakening released?
- Rude Awakening was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 52 minutes.