Flowers for Algernon

Flowers for Algernon (2015)

EndedScripted showDrama

Shiratori Sakuto is 28, but has the intelligence of a 6-year-old boy. He works for Dream Flower Service, a flower distribution centre which provides employment for problem youth. One day, he and a colleague, Yanagawa Ryuichi, delivers a rose bouquet to the apartment building where Mochizuki Haruka lives. Because Haruka does not know that the deliveryman is mentally challenged, she is shocked by his response and tries to call the police. Haruka works for a brain physiology research centre where Professor Hachisuka Daigo has been studying the improvement of mental performance. He has succeeded in lab experiments on a white mouse called Algernon. Sakuto is transformed into a genius through surgery. But Algernon's new intelligence begins to fade, and he dies. Sakuto realises that his genius, too, is destined to leave him.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 22:00 (55 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10Episode 10juin 12, 2015
S01E09Episode 9juin 5, 2015
S01E08Episode 8mai 29, 2015
S01E07Episode 7mai 22, 2015
S01E06Episode 6mai 15, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

Flowers for Algernon premiere?

Flowers for Algernon premiered on December 5, 2015.

Who directed Flowers for Algernon?

Flowers for Algernon was directed by James Keach.

Who played Charlie in Flowers for Algernon?

Charlie was played by actor Daniel Keyes in Flowers for Algernon.

What is the plot of Flowers for Algernon?

Flowers for Algernon follows the story of a man named Charlie who becomes the subject of an experiment to increase intelligence. The experiment succeeds, but Charlie soon begins to realize the negative consequences of his newfound intelligence.

Where is Flowers for Algernon set?

Flowers for Algernon is set in New York City.

What is the main theme of Flowers for Algernon?

The main theme of Flowers for Algernon is the relationship between intelligence and happiness.

Who wrote the original novel Flowers for Algernon?

Flowers for Algernon was originally written by author Daniel Keyes.

Are there any differences between the TV show and the novel Flowers for Algernon?

Yes, there are some differences between the TV show and the original novel of Flowers for Algernon. For example, the TV show added some new elements to the story that were not present in the book.

Who played Alice in Flowers for Algernon?

Alice was played by actress Kelli Williams in Flowers for Algernon.

How long is the runtime for Flowers for Algernon?

The runtime for Flowers for Algernon is approximately 137 minutes.

What is the production year of Flowers for Algernon?

Flowers for Algernon was produced in 2015.

Who produced Flowers for Algernon?

Flowers for Algernon was produced by Marilu Henner, Howard Braunstein, and Jim Reeve.

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Also known as

  • Algernon ni Hanataba wo (Japan)
  • アルジャーノンに花束を (Japan)
  • Algernon ni Hanataba o (Japan)
  • Цветы для Элджернона (Russian Federation)

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