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6.1 / 10(302 votes)IMDbR19941h 36m$4.4M Worldwide GrossUnited Kingdom, United States of America

Brainscan

“Wanna play? I dare you.”

Synopsis

A lonely teenage horror fan and video gamer plays a new immersive and hypnotic computer game where he becomes a psychopathic killer, but when he emerges, he finds that the murder has actually happened.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2018-08-06

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

April 22, 1994

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

August 28, 2018

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

Undisclosed

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$4.4M

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
John Flynn
Screenplay & Story
Andrew Kevin Walker
Original Score
George S. Clinton
Original Title
Brainscan
Country of Origin
United Kingdom, United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 36m
Worldwide Gross
$4.4M
Production Studios
Admire Productions Ltd., Coral Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

John Flynn

Screenplay & Story

Andrew Kevin Walker, Brian Owens

Original Score & Music

George S. Clinton

Director of Photography

François Protat

Film Editing

Jay Cassidy, Phillip Linson

Producers

Michel Roy, Joe Nicolo, Earl Berman, Esther Freifeld, Bob Hayward

Department Leadership Roster

Gaudeline Sauriol

Costume Design

François Protat

François Protat

Director of Photography

John Flynn

John Flynn

Director

Andrew Kevin Walker

Andrew Kevin Walker

Screenplay

Michel Roy

Producer

Jay Cassidy

Editor

Phillip Linson

Editor

Paola Ridolfi

Production Design

George S. Clinton

George S. Clinton

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)18

FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Brainscan.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brainscan

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Brainscan about?

A lonely teenage horror fan and video gamer plays a new immersive and hypnotic computer game where he becomes a psychopathic killer, but when he emerges, he finds that the murder has actually happened.

Who directed Brainscan?

Brainscan was directed by John Flynn.

Who stars in Brainscan?

The principal cast of Brainscan includes Edward Furlong, Frank Langella, T. Ryder Smith, Amy Hargreaves, Jamie Marsh.

When was Brainscan released and how long is it?

Brainscan was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.

How much did Brainscan make at the box office?

Brainscan grossed $4.4M in worldwide ticket sales.

Who composed the musical score for Brainscan?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Brainscan was composed by George S. Clinton.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Brainscan?

Brainscan holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).