Awake (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2021, Awake is a thriller, drama and science fiction film directed by Mark Raso, running about 96 minutes. “Disorientation. Hallucinations. Hysteria. Sleep is survival.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After a sudden global event wipes out all electronics and takes away humankind’s ability to sleep, chaos quickly begins to consume the world. Only Jill, an ex-soldier with a troubled past, may hold the key to a cure in the form of her own daughter. The question is, can Jill safely deliver her daughter and save the world before she herself loses her mind.
Who’s in it. Awake stars Gina Rodriguez as Jill, Ariana Greenblatt as Matilda, Lucius Hoyos as Noah and Shamier Anderson as Dodge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Awake has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Awake page.
If you liked it. Fans of Awake tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Awake (2021)?
- In US, Awake is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Awake worth watching?
- Awake holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Awake?
- Awake stars Gina Rodriguez, Ariana Greenblatt, Lucius Hoyos, Shamier Anderson and Jennifer Jason Leigh.
- When was Awake released?
- Awake was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.