Wide Awake(2006)
A filmmaker documents his bout with insomnia.
Wide Awake Synopsis
Filmmaker Alan Berliner chronicles his lifelong battle with insomnia in this intimate documentary. The cameras roll as he tries to quiet his overly active mind so he can get a decent night's sleep, capturing the details of what it's like to suffer from a chronic sleep disorder. As he struggles to find balance, his friends and family -- who endure the worst of Berliner's bouts with insomnia -- question whether he really wants to find a cure.
Wide Awake (2006) is a documentary and horror film directed by Alan Berliner, released on February 11, 2006 with a runtime of 1h 19m. It stars William C. Dement. Viewers rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 14 ratings.
- Director:
- Alan Berliner
- Writers:
- Alan Berliner
- Cinematographer:
- Ian Vollmer
- Status:
- Released
Wide Awake Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Alan Berliner, written by Alan Berliner.
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Wide Awake Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.0/10 from 14 ratings.
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Wide Awake – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Wide Awake online?
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Wide Awake (2006) is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Wide Awake?
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The main cast of Wide Awake (2006) includes William C. Dement. The film was directed by Alan Berliner. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Wide Awake released?
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Wide Awake was released on February 11, 2006 and runs for 1h 19m.
Is Wide Awake worth watching?
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Wide Awake (2006) holds an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from 14 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and horror films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.