Strange Brew
1983, English. Directed by Dave Thomas & Rick Moranis.
Something funny is brewing at Elsinore Castle...
Something is rotten at the Elsinore Brewery. Bob and Doug McKenzie (as seen on SCTV) help the orphan Pam regain the brewery founded by her recently-deceased father. But to do so, they must confront the suspicious Brewmeister Smith and two teams of vicious hockey players.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 235 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Strange Brew
Strange Brew isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Dave ThomasDirector
- Rick MoranisDirector
- Dave ThomasDoug McKenzie
- Rick MoranisBob McKenzie
- Max von SydowBrewmeister Smith
- Paul DooleyClaude Elsinore
- Lynne GriffinPam Elsinore
- Angus MacInnesJean LaRose
- Roger DunnBeer Store Clerk
- Tom HarveyThe Inspector
- Mel BlancVoice of Mr. McKenzie
- Len DoncheffJack Hawkland
- J. Winston CarrollFire Chief
- Douglas CampbellHenry Green
Details
- Released
- 26 August 1983
- Country
- United States of America, Canada
- Written by
- Dave Thomas, Rick Moranis, Steve De Jarnatt
- Budget
- $4M
- Box office
- $1.9M
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News & fan talk
What Strange Brew is based on
Strange Brew is based on Hamlet, a 1602 dramatic work by William Shakespeare.
Dramatic work · 1602
Hamlet
By William Shakespeare
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Strange Brew: quick answers
Is Strange Brew worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 235 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Strange Brew?
Strange Brew runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Strange Brew have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Strange Brew. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Strange Brew parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Strange Brew is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Strange Brew on?
Strange Brew isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like Strange Brew?
If you liked Strange Brew, try Real Men, Stewie Griffin: The Untold Story, Sleeper.
Who directed Strange Brew?
Strange Brew (1983) was directed by Dave Thomas and Rick Moranis and stars Dave Thomas, Rick Moranis, Max von Sydow.
What is Strange Brew based on?
Strange Brew is based on Hamlet, a 1602 dramatic work by William Shakespeare.