Brain Damage
“It's a Headache from Hell.”
Brian comes under the addictive spell of a parasite with the ability to induce euphoric hallucinations in its hosts.
Where to watch Brain Damage in United States
Can I watch Brain Damage in United States? Yes — you can stream Brain Damage in United States on Night Flight Plus and Kanopy, or rent and buy it on Fandango At Home.
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Where is Brain Damage streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Night Flight Plus, Kanopy | Fandango At Home |
| Canada | Cineverse, Midnight Pulp | — |
| France | — | Sooner |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
About Brain Damage
Brain Damage is a 1988 English-language horror, comedy and science fiction film directed by Frank Henenlotter. The cast is led by Rick Hearst, Gordon MacDonald, Jennifer Lowry. It has a runtime of 1h 26m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Night Flight Plus, Kanopy.
Brain Damage was produced by Palisades Partners and Levins-Henenlotter Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on April 15, 1988, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- Frank Henenlotter
- Writers
- Frank Henenlotter
- Release date
- April 15, 1988
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Palisades Partners, Levins-Henenlotter Productions
Brain Damage cast & crew
Brain Damage was directed by Frank Henenlotter and written by Frank Henenlotter.
The cast features Rick Hearst as Brian, Gordon MacDonald as Mike, Jennifer Lowry as Barbara, John Zacherle as Aylmer (voice), Theo Barnes as Morris, and Lucille Saint-Peter as Martha.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Bruce Torbet and it was produced by Edgar Ievins and Andre Blay.
Is Brain Damage worth watching?
Brain Damage holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 318 ratings, a solidly received horror films.
At 1h 26m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy horror, comedy, and science fiction, Brain Damage is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Brain Damage
In United States, you can stream Brain Damage on Night Flight Plus and Kanopy, or rent and buy it on Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Brain Damage
Rick Hearst
Brian
Gordon MacDonald
Mike
Jennifer Lowry
Barbara
John Zacherle
Aylmer (voice)
Theo Barnes
Morris
Lucille Saint-Peter
Martha
Vicki Darnell
Blonde in Hell
Joseph Gonzalez
Guy in Shower
Bradlee Rhodes
Night Watchman
Michael Bishop
Toilet Victim
Beverly Bonner
Neighbor
Ari M. Roussimoff
Biker
Brain Damage — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Brain Damage in United States?
Brain Damage is streaming on Night Flight Plus, Kanopy in United States.
▸Is Brain Damage on Night Flight Plus?
Yes — Brain Damage is currently available on Night Flight Plus in United States.
▸What language is Brain Damage in?
Brain Damage is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Brain Damage?
Brain Damage runs 1 hours 26 minutes (86 minutes).
▸What is Brain Damage rated?
Brain Damage is rated R. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 318 ratings.
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