

Brainstorm
1983-09-30 · 106 min · ★ 6.2
Two brilliant research scientists have invented a device capable of recording and playing back sensory experiences only to have devastating results when one of them records their own death.
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- Directors
- Douglas Trumbull
- Production companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 18,000,000
- Revenue
- USD 10,219,460
Top Cast
Christopher WalkenMichael Brace
Natalie WoodKaren Brace
Louise FletcherLillian Reynolds
Cliff RobertsonAlex Terson
Jordan ChristopherGordy Forbes
Donald HottonLandan Marks
Alan FudgeRobert Jenkins
Joe DorseyHal Abramson
Bill MoreyJames Zimbach
Jason LivelyChris Brace
Darrell LarsonSecurity Technician
Lou WalkerChef
Nina AxelrodSimulator TechnicianTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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