The Brain Eaters
1958, English. Directed by Bruno VeSota.
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A huge, alien structure resembling an inverted cone, appears in the woods outside a small rural town. Sent from Washington to investigate the origin of the mysterious object, a team of investigators discovers that intelligent parasites from inside the "cone" can attach themselves to humans' nervous systems and control their minds, taking control of the authorities and workers, making communication with the outside world impossible, and leaving the responsibility of stopping the invasion up to seven people who have thus far been able to avoid possession by these creatures from parts unknown.
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Brain Eaters is streaming on Cultpix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Bruno VeSotaDirector
- Ed NelsonDr. Paul Kettering
- Joanna LeeAlice Summers
- Cornelius KeefeSenator Walter K. Powers
- Alan Jay FactorGlenn Cameron
- Jody FairElaine Cameron
- David HughesDr. Wyler
- Robert BallDan Walker
- Phil PosnerSheriff
- Orville ShermanMayor Cameron
- Henry RandolphTelegrapher
- Hampton FancherZombie (uncredited)
- Leonard NimoyProfessor Cole
Details
- Released
- 1 September 1958
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Gordon Urquhart
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What The Brain Eaters is based on
The Brain Eaters is based on The Puppet Masters (1951) by Robert A. Heinlein, published by Doubleday.
1951
The Puppet Masters
By Robert A. Heinlein
Published by Doubleday
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The Brain Eaters: quick answers
Is The Brain Eaters worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.9/10 from 46 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Brain Eaters?
The Brain Eaters runs 61 minutes (1h 1m).
Does The Brain Eaters have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Brain Eaters. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Brain Eaters parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Brain Eaters is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Brain Eaters on?
The Brain Eaters is streaming on Cultpix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Brain Eaters?
If you liked The Brain Eaters, try Tarantula, Invaders from Mars, Island of Terror.
Who directed The Brain Eaters?
The Brain Eaters (1958) was directed by Bruno VeSota and stars Ed Nelson, Joanna Lee, Cornelius Keefe.
What is The Brain Eaters based on?
The Brain Eaters is based on The Puppet Masters (1951) by Robert A. Heinlein, published by Doubleday.