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Sleepers

1996·Movie·R·147 min·7.6(3,903)

Four friends have made a mistake that will change their lives forever.

Two gangsters seek revenge on the state jail worker who during their stay at a youth prison sexually abused them. A sensational court hearing takes place to charge him for the crimes.

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Where to watch Sleepers in United States

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Where is Sleepers streaming around the world?

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United StatesAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaNetflixAmazon Video
United KingdomNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
CanadaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaNetflix, BINGE, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyNetflix, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceNetflix, Molotov TV, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
SpainNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video
BrazilNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanNetflix, U-NEXT, Netflix Standard with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD

About Sleepers

Sleepers is a 1996 English-language crime, drama and thriller film directed by Barry Levinson. The cast is led by Kevin Bacon, Robert De Niro, Dustin Hoffman. It has a runtime of 2h 27m. Viewers rate it 7.6/10 across 3900 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Sleepers was produced by Propaganda Films and Baltimore Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on October 18, 1996, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $44 million, it went on to gross $166 million worldwide.

Director
Barry Levinson
Writers
Barry Levinson
Release date
October 18, 1996
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$44 million
Box office
$166 million
Production
Propaganda Films, Baltimore Pictures
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Sleepers cast & crew

Sleepers was directed by Barry Levinson and written by Barry Levinson.

The cast features Kevin Bacon as Nokes, Robert De Niro as Father Bobby, Dustin Hoffman as Danny Snyder, Bruno Kirby as Shakes' Father, Jason Patric as Shakes, and Brad Pitt as Michael.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by John Williams, cinematography is by Michael Ballhaus, and it was produced by Steve Golin and Peter Giuliano.

Is Sleepers worth watching?

Sleepers holds an audience score of 7.6/10 from 3,903 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed crime films.

At 2h 27m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy crime, drama, and thriller, Sleepers is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Sleepers

Sleepers isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.

Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.

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Cast of Sleepers

Kevin Bacon

Kevin Bacon

Nokes

Robert De Niro

Robert De Niro

Father Bobby

Dustin Hoffman

Dustin Hoffman

Danny Snyder

Bruno Kirby

Bruno Kirby

Shakes' Father

Jason Patric

Jason Patric

Shakes

Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt

Michael

Minnie Driver

Minnie Driver

Carol

Brad Renfro

Brad Renfro

Young Michael

Ron Eldard

Ron Eldard

John

Billy Crudup

Billy Crudup

Tommy

Vittorio Gassman

Vittorio Gassman

King Benny

Terry Kinney

Terry Kinney

Ralph

Sleepers — FAQs

Where can I watch Sleepers in United States?

Sleepers is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is Sleepers in?

Sleepers is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Sleepers?

Sleepers runs 2 hours 27 minutes (147 minutes).

What is Sleepers rated?

Sleepers is rated R. It holds a 7.6/10 audience score from 3,903 ratings.

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