TMDB19881h 32mHorror / Science Fiction

The Brain

Name: The Brain
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 1988-11-03
Duration: 92 min

Mind over matter

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...

TMDB audience score

Based on 93 votes

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Availability in the UK

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The Brain at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 32m

At 1h 32m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Horror · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under horror and science fiction.

UK availability

3 subscriptions · 2 free · 1 to rent · 2 to buy

Included with 3 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Free or ad-supported on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player. Listed to rent from 1 store. Listed to buy from 2 stores.

TMDB audience score

5.2 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.2 out of 10 across 93 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch The Brain tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 32m.
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There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.