The Brain
Director: Ed Hunt
"Mind over matter"
Dr. Blake runs a TV show called "Independent Thinkers", which is sort of a Scientology-like self-help/religion program. But he's not making his audience think any more independently – with the help of an alien organism he calls The Brain, he's using brainwashing and mind control. The only thing that stands between them and world domination is a brilliant but troubled high school student with a penchant for pranks...
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Cast
Tom Bresnahan
Jim Majelewski
Cynthia Preston
Janet
David Gale
Dr. Anthony Blakely
George Buza
Verna
Bret Pearson
Willie
Christine Kossak
Vivian
Bernice Quiggan
Mrs. Driscol
Susannah Hoffmann
Becky
Justine Campbell
Doreen
Robert King
Mr. Sweeting
Kenneth McGregor
Mr. Woods
Vinetta Strombergs
Mr. Chisolm
In brief
The Brain (1988) is a horror, science fiction film. With an average rating of 5.3/10 from 90 votes, viewer opinions are mixed. The film runs 1h 32min. You can stream it on: Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, Shudder, Night Flight Plus, Shudder Amazon Channel, Screambox Amazon Channel, Midnight Pulp, Shudder Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Brain online?
The Brain is available on the following streaming services: Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, Shudder, Night Flight Plus, Shudder Amazon Channel, Screambox Amazon Channel, Midnight Pulp, Shudder Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.
How long is The Brain?
The Brain runs 92 minutes (1h 32min).
What rating does The Brain have?
The Brain has an average rating of 5.3/10 based on 90 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Brain from?
The Brain was released in 1988.
