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Brainstorm

1983·Movie·PG·106 min·★ 6.2(294)

“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.

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Where to watch Brainstorm in India

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Where is Brainstorm streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesHowdy Amazon Channel, YouTube FreeAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United Kingdom—Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube
Canada—Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video
Australia—Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
Germany—Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
France—Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
SpainFilmin—
Japan—Amazon Video, 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 6.2/10 across 300 ratings.

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
Bruce Joel Rubin, Robert Stitzel, Philip Frank Messina
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
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Brainstorm cast & crew

Brainstorm was directed by Douglas Trumbull and written by Bruce Joel Rubin, Robert Stitzel, and Philip Frank Messina.

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 6.2/10 from 294 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

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Cast of Brainstorm

Christopher Walken

Christopher Walken

Michael Brace

Natalie Wood

Natalie Wood

Karen Brace

Louise Fletcher

Louise Fletcher

Lillian Reynolds

Cliff Robertson

Cliff Robertson

Alex Terson

Jordan Christopher

Jordan Christopher

Gordy Forbes

Donald Hotton

Donald Hotton

Landan Marks

Alan Fudge

Alan Fudge

Robert Jenkins

Joe Dorsey

Joe Dorsey

Hal Abramson

Bill Morey

Bill Morey

James Zimbach

Jason Lively

Jason Lively

Chris Brace

Darrell Larson

Darrell Larson

Security Technician

Lou Walker

Lou Walker

Chef

Brainstorm — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Brainstorm in India?

Brainstorm is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.

▸Where can I watch Brainstorm in the US?

In the US, Brainstorm is streaming on Howdy Amazon Channel and YouTube Free, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

▸Where can I watch Brainstorm in the UK?

Brainstorm isn't on subscription streaming in the UK, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

▸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 6.2/10 audience score from 294 ratings.

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