The Brain (1988)
Overview
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...
Where to watch The Brain
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, AMC Plus, AMC+, Shudder +4 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Shout! Factory | Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Shudder, AMC+, Midnight Pulp | Apple TV, YouTube | Apple TV, YouTube |
| Germany | — | YouTube, maxdome, Freenet meinVOD | YouTube, maxdome |
| Spain | Filmin | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists The Brain in 2 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is The Brain about?
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... The Brain is a Horror, Science Fiction movie, released on 1988-11-03, runtime 92 minutes.
Is The Brain worth watching?
TMDB users rate The Brain 5.2 out of 10 from 96 ratings. Reviews are mixed.
Where can I watch The Brain?
In the United States, The Brain streams on Amazon Prime Video, AMC Plus and AMC+ and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 4 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Ed Hunt
Cast
- Tom Bresnahan as Jim Majelewski
- Cynthia Preston as Janet
- David Gale as Dr. Anthony Blakely
- George Buza as Verna
- Bret Pearson as Willie
- Christine Kossak as Vivian
- Bernice Quiggan as Mrs. Driscol
- Susannah Hoffmann as Becky
- Justine Campbell as Doreen
- Robert King as Mr. Sweeting
- Kenneth McGregor as Mr. Woods
- Vinetta Strombergs as Mr. Chisolm
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Sources
Details and the 5.2/10 rating from The Brain on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.