Best Movies Guide: Why Phenomenon Still Matters
A TMDB-backed guide to Phenomenon, including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.

Phenomenon (1996) — an evergreen reference for this movie: the essentials, the cast, where to watch and what to watch next. Some things in life just can't be explained.
Where to watch
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Cast
John Travolta as George Malley; Kyra Sedgwick as Lace Pennamin; Forest Whitaker as Nate Pope; Robert Duvall as Doc; Jeffrey DeMunn as Professor Ringold; Richard Kiley as Dr. Wellin; David Gallagher as Al; Ashley Buccille as Glory
About Phenomenon
An ordinary man sees a bright light descend from the sky, and discovers he now has super-intelligence and telekinesis.
More like Phenomenon
- Push
- The Fountain
- Charly
- Mr. K
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- Dark Victory
- Self/less
- Pi
Figures and availability come from public TMDB data and are provided as a sourced reference.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Phenomenon?
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Who is in the cast of Phenomenon?
John Travolta as George Malley; Kyra Sedgwick as Lace Pennamin; Forest Whitaker as Nate Pope; Robert Duvall as Doc; Jeffrey DeMunn as Professor Ringold; Richard Kiley as Dr. Wellin; David Gallagher as Al; Ashley Buccille as Glory
Is this Phenomenon guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.



