The Brain
1962, English. Directed by Freddie Francis.
The pounding of the afterbrain signals vengeance and death!!
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Freddie FrancisDirector
- Anne HeywoodAnna Holt
- Peter van EyckDr. Peter Corrie
- Cecil ParkerStevenson
- Bernard LeeDr. Frank Shears
- Ellen SchwiersElla
- Siegfried LowitzMr. Walters
- Hans NielsenImmerman
- Jeremy SpenserMartin Holt
- Maxine AudleyMarion Fane
- Jack MacGowranFurber
- Miles MallesonDr. Miller
- George A. CooperThomas Gabler
Details
- Released
- 5 September 1962
- Country
- Germany, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Philip Mackie, Robert Banks Stewart
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What The Brain is based on
The Brain is based on Donovan's Brain (1942) by Curt Siodmak.
1942
Donovan's Brain
By Curt Siodmak
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The Brain: quick answers
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How long is The Brain?
The Brain runs 83 minutes (1h 23m).
Does The Brain have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Brain. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Brain parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Brain is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Brain on?
The Brain isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like The Brain?
If you liked The Brain, try The Man They Could Not Hang, The Invisible Man, Maniac.
Who directed The Brain?
The Brain (1962) was directed by Freddie Francis and stars Anne Heywood, Peter van Eyck, Cecil Parker.
What is The Brain based on?
The Brain is based on Donovan's Brain (1942) by Curt Siodmak.