The Brother from Another Planet
1984, English. Directed by John Sayles.
He's not just another out-of-towner...
A mute alien with the appearance of a black human is chased by outer-space bounty hunters through the streets of Harlem.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 102 TMDB viewer ratings.
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- Released
- 7 September 1984
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Sayles
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The Brother from Another Planet: quick answers
Is The Brother from Another Planet worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 102 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Brother from Another Planet?
The Brother from Another Planet runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Does The Brother from Another Planet have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Brother from Another Planet. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Brother from Another Planet parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Brother from Another Planet is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Brother from Another Planet on?
The Brother from Another Planet is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Brother from Another Planet?
If you liked The Brother from Another Planet, try Landscape with Invisible Hand, Nowhere, Bugonia.
Who directed The Brother from Another Planet?
The Brother from Another Planet (1984) was directed by John Sayles and stars Joe Morton, Rosanna Carter, Ray Ramirez.