The Strange Awakening (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1958, The Strange Awakening is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Montgomery Tully, running about 79 minutes. “Their motive Greed! Their Method Murder!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Peter Chance suffers a blow to the head and wakes up with amnesia in a luxurious home, where a doctor and several women tell him he's a missing heir who's inherited millions. But Peter soon suspects something is not quite right with their story. He sets out to learn the truth before he's forced to sign a document that purportedly finalizes the transfer of the estate. This drama is based on Hugh Wheeler's novel Puzzle for Fiends.
Who’s in it. The Strange Awakening stars Lex Barker as Peter Chance, Carole Mathews as Selena Friend, Lisa Gastoni as Marny Friend and Nora Swinburne as Mrs. Friend, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Strange 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 Strange Awakening page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Strange Awakening tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Strange Awakening (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Strange Awakening change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Strange Awakening worth watching?
- The Strange Awakening holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Strange Awakening?
- The Strange Awakening stars Lex Barker, Carole Mathews, Lisa Gastoni, Nora Swinburne and Peter Dyneley.
- When was The Strange Awakening released?
- The Strange Awakening was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.