The Awakening (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1990, The Awakening is a fantasy, drama and mystery film directed by Nacho Cerdà, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. A high school student falls asleep while sitting in class. When he wakes up, all time is frozen, except for him.
Who’s in it. The Awakening stars Elliot Blankenship as The Student / The Soul, Nacho Cerdà as The Teacher (as Ignacio Cerdà), Liana David as Angel and Alex Alvarez as Student.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Awakening has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Awakening page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Awakening tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Awakening (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Awakening change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Awakening worth watching?
- The Awakening holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Awakening?
- The Awakening stars Elliot Blankenship, Nacho Cerdà, Liana David and Alex Alvarez.
- When was The Awakening released?
- The Awakening was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.