Flowers for Algernon (2000)
23 votes
Last month, Charlie Gordon couldn't read. Now he's quoting Shakespeare. Can the medical miracle that changed his life help him understand the meaning of love?
Charlie Gordon is mentally handicapped and all he wants in life is to be a genius. When he gets picked for experimental surgery it looks like his dream may finally come true. But the surgery has side effects that could could kill Charlie. Can Charlie survive being just plain old "Charlie Gordon" and will his newfound romance survive this test of character?
Read the Flowers for Algernon feature →Where to watch Flowers for Algernon
All countries & options →
Showing US. Availability data by JustWatch.
Media
Top billed cast
Full cast & crew →
Matthew ModineCharlie Gordon
Kelli WilliamsAlice Kinian
Ron RifkinDr. Jonah Strauss
Bonnie BedeliaRose
Gloria SladeFaye
Cliff SaundersMike
Kathryn KirkpatrickBerniceDavid McFarlaneLesterRonit CohenFrancine
Carson DurvenOliverHayley LochnerHarrietCameron BowenYoung CharlieMovie DNA
More like this
More Drama →
Frequently asked questions about Flowers for Algernon
What is Flowers for Algernon about?
Charlie Gordon is mentally handicapped and all he wants in life is to be a genius. When he gets picked for experimental surgery it looks like his dream may finally come true. But the surgery has side effects that could could kill Charlie. Can Charlie survive being just plain old "Charlie Gordon" and will his newfound romance survive this test of character?
How long is Flowers for Algernon?
Flowers for Algernon has a runtime of 91 minutes.
Where can I watch Flowers for Algernon?
Open the Vlovu watch guide for current streaming, rental, and purchase options.