Movie

The Brain

“The pounding of the afterbrain signals vengeance and death!!”

★ 5.8(16)19621h 23m

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Good to know

Director: Freddie Francis
Release date: 1962-09-05
Runtime: 1h 23m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: Raymond Stross Productions

About The Brain

The Brain is a 1962 movie in the Science Fiction, Crime and Horror genres, directed by Freddie Francis, starring Anne Heywood, Peter van Eyck and Cecil Parker. It has a runtime of 1 hour 23 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.8/10 from 16 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Brain in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After the mysterious crash of a millionaire's private plane, scientists secretly harvest the dying man's brain and keep it alive in a laboratory in order to communicate via telepathy.

Cast

Anne Heywood

Anna Holt

Peter van Eyck

Dr. Peter Corrie

Cecil Parker

Stevenson

Bernard Lee

Dr. Frank Shears

Ellen Schwiers

Ella

Siegfried Lowitz

Mr. Walters

Hans Nielsen

Immerman

Jeremy Spenser

Martin Holt

Maxine Audley

Marion Fane

Jack MacGowran

Furber

Miles Malleson

Dr. Miller

George A. Cooper

Thomas Gabler

Themes & keywords

bombscientist

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Brain in Italy?+

The Brain is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Italy. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Brain on Netflix?+

The Brain is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How long is The Brain?+

The Brain has a runtime of 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

Who stars in The Brain?+

The Brain stars Anne Heywood, Peter van Eyck, Cecil Parker, Bernard Lee and Ellen Schwiers.

When did The Brain come out?+

The Brain is a 1962 movie directed by Freddie Francis.

What genre is The Brain?+

The Brain is Science Fiction, Crime and Horror film.

Who directed The Brain?+

The Brain was directed by Freddie Francis.