Rude Awakening (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Series · ★ 6.6
Released in 1998, Rude Awakening is a comedy series.
What it’s about. Unemployed alcoholic ex-soap-opera actress Billie Frank tries to go sober and become a writer but continues to struggle with her self-destructive habits; her relationships with other members of Addictions Anonymous, her neighbor Dave, and her mother Trudy are explored.
Who’s in it. Rude Awakening stars Sherilyn Fenn as Wilhelmina 'Billie' Frank, Lynn Redgrave as Trudy Frank, Jonathan Penner as Dave Parelli and Rain Pryor as Jackie Garcia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Rude 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 Rude Awakening page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rude Awakening tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rude Awakening (1998)?
- 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 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rude Awakening?
- Rude Awakening stars Sherilyn Fenn, Lynn Redgrave, Jonathan Penner, Rain Pryor and Mario Van Peebles.
- When was Rude Awakening released?
- Rude Awakening was released in 1998.