Phenomenon_
"Some things in life just can't be explained."
An ordinary man sees a bright light descend from the sky, and discovers he now has super-intelligence and telekinesis.
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Disney+
6 countries
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Box office
Phenomenon earned $152.0M worldwide on a $32.0M budget — a 375% return on investment.
Jon Turteltaub →
Year context
Phenomenon was released 30 years ago in 1996.
CAST (20)
John Travolta
George Malley
Kyra Sedgwick
Lace Pennamin
Forest Whitaker
Nate Pope
Robert Duvall
Doc
Jeffrey DeMunn
Professor Ringold
Richard Kiley
Dr. Wellin
David Gallagher
Al
Ashley Buccille
Glory
Tony Genaro
Tito
Sean O'Bryan
Banes
Michael Milhoan
Jimmy
Troy Evans
Roger
Bruce A. Young
Jack Hatch
Vyto Ruginis
Ted Rhome
Brent Spiner
Dr. Bob
Elisabeth Nunziato
Ella
Ellen Geer
Bonnie
James Keane
Pete the Cop
Susan Merson
Nurse
James Anthony Cotton
Cal
CREW
Director
Writer
BOX OFFICE
$32.0M
Budget
$152.0M
Revenue
+375%
ROI
MASSIVE HIT
Verdict
STUDIOS (1)
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
123 min (2h 3m)
Language
English
Country
Rating
6.5/10 (1,293 votes)
Popularity
6
Budget
$32,000,000
Box Office
$152,000,000
Profit
+$120,000,000
IMDB
Trailer
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Phenomenon about?
An ordinary man sees a bright light descend from the sky, and discovers he now has super-intelligence and telekinesis.
How long is Phenomenon?
Phenomenon has a runtime of 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Who directed Phenomenon?
Phenomenon was directed by Jon Turteltaub.
Who stars in Phenomenon?
The cast of Phenomenon includes John Travolta, Kyra Sedgwick, Forest Whitaker, Robert Duvall, Jeffrey DeMunn.
How much did Phenomenon make at the box office?
Phenomenon earned $152,000,000 worldwide at the box office. The production budget was $32,000,000.
What is the rating of Phenomenon?
Phenomenon has a rating of 6.5 out of 10 based on 1,293 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (4)
Drama
Romance
Science Fiction
Fantasy
KEYWORDS (8)
brain tumor
genius
terminal illness
telekinesis
doctor
psionic power
philosophical
awestruck