Waking Life
Waking Life is about a young man in a persistent lucid dream-like state. The film follows its protagonist as he initially observes and later participates in philosophical discussions that weave together issues like reality, free will, our relationships with others, and the meaning of life.
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Waking Life (2001) Original Trailer [FHD]
'Waking Life' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times
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Frequently asked questions about Waking Life
Where can I watch Waking Life in the United States?
Waking Life is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Waking Life on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Waking Life is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States.
Can I watch Waking Life for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Waking Life needs a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Waking Life?
Waking Life scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Waking Life?
Waking Life stars Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy, Wiley Wiggins, Bill Wise, and Alex E. Jones. Richard Linklater is the director.
How long is Waking Life?
Waking Life runs 1h 41m (101 minutes).
When did Waking Life come out?
Waking Life was released on October 19, 2001.
Which studio made Waking Life?
Waking Life was produced by IFC Productions, Thousand Words, and Detour Filmproduction in the United States.
What was the budget for Waking Life?
Waking Life was made on a budget of $2,000,000.
How much did Waking Life make at the box office?
Waking Life grossed $3,176,880 worldwide, against a budget of $2,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.