The Brig

Name: The Brig
Released: 1964-09-20
Rating: 6.727

6.7/10 (11)

·1964· 68 min

Director: Jonas Mekas

Jonas Mekas’s film captures The Living Theatre’s stage production of The Brig, an unflinching portrait of life inside a U.S. Marine Corps jail in Japan in 1957. Over the course of a single day, prisoners endure relentless drills, abuse, and dehumanization, exposing the brutality of military discipline with stark immediacy.

Where to Watch

DocAlliance Films

Cast

Warren Finnerty

Lintz

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Henry Howard

Cpt. Grace

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Tom Lilard

Warden

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James Tiroff

Prisoner No.1

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Steven Ben Israel

Prisoner No.2

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Rufus Collins

Prisoner No.3

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Gene Lipton

Prisoner No.4

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Michael Elias

Prisoner No.5

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William Shari

Prisoner No.6

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Viktor Allen

Prisoner No.7

George Bartenieff

Prisoner No.8

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Gene Gordon

Prisoner No.9

In brief

The Brig (1964) is a war, drama film. With an average rating of 6.7/10 from 11 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 8min. You can stream it on: DocAlliance Films.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Brig online?

The Brig is available on the following streaming services: DocAlliance Films. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.

How long is The Brig?

The Brig runs 68 minutes (1h 8min).

What rating does The Brig have?

The Brig has an average rating of 6.7/10 based on 11 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is The Brig from?

The Brig was released in 1964.