Brainstorm
“The door to the mind is open.”
Two brilliant research scientists have invented a device capable of recording and playing back sensory experiences only to have devastating results when one of them records their own death.
Where to watch Brainstorm in United States
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Apple TV Store
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Brainstorm there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Brainstorm streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
| Japan | — | Apple TV Store, FOD |
About Brainstorm
Brainstorm is a 1983 English-language science fiction and thriller film directed by Douglas Trumbull. The cast is led by Christopher Walken, Natalie Wood, Louise Fletcher. It has a runtime of 1h 46m. Viewers rate it 6.3/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Brainstorm was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on September 30, 1983, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $18 million, it went on to gross $10 million worldwide.
- Director
- Douglas Trumbull
- Writers
- Philip Frank Messina, Bruce Joel Rubin, Robert Stitzel
- Release date
- September 30, 1983
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $18 million
- Box office
- $10 million
- Production
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Brainstorm cast & crew
Brainstorm was directed by Douglas Trumbull and written by Philip Frank Messina, Bruce Joel Rubin, and Robert Stitzel.
The cast features Christopher Walken as Michael Brace, Natalie Wood as Karen Brace, Louise Fletcher as Lillian Reynolds, Cliff Robertson as Alex Terson, Jordan Christopher as Gordy Forbes, and Donald Hotton as Landan Marks.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by James Horner, cinematography is by Richard Yuricich, and it was produced by Joel L. Freedman and Douglas Trumbull.
Is Brainstorm worth watching?
Brainstorm holds an audience score of 6.3/10 from 280 ratings, a solidly received science fiction films.
At 1h 46m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy science fiction and thriller, Brainstorm is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Brainstorm
Brainstorm isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Brainstorm
Christopher Walken
Michael Brace
Natalie Wood
Karen Brace
Louise Fletcher
Lillian Reynolds
Cliff Robertson
Alex Terson
Jordan Christopher
Gordy Forbes
Donald Hotton
Landan Marks
Alan Fudge
Robert Jenkins
Joe Dorsey
Hal Abramson
Bill Morey
James Zimbach
Jason Lively
Chris Brace
Darrell Larson
Security Technician
Lou Walker
Chef
Brainstorm — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Brainstorm in United States?
Brainstorm is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Brainstorm in?
Brainstorm is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Brainstorm?
Brainstorm runs 1 hours 46 minutes (106 minutes).
▸What is Brainstorm rated?
Brainstorm is rated PG. It holds a 6.3/10 audience score from 280 ratings.
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