Brainstorm
“The door to the mind is open.”
Synopsis
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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Brainstorm (1983) - Trailer HD 1080p
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Top Cast
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Christopher Walken
Michael Brace
Natalie Wood
Karen Brace
Louise Fletcher
Lillian Reynolds
Cliff Robertson
Alex Terson
Jordan Christopher
Gordy Forbes
Donald Hotton
Landan Marks
Alan Fudge
Robert Jenkins
Joe Dorsey
Hal Abramson
Bill Morey
James Zimbach
Jason Lively
Chris Brace
Darrell Larson
Security Technician
Lou Walker
Chef
Stacey Kuhne-Adams
Andrea
John Hugh
Animal Lab Technician
Ira David Wood III
Barry (as David Wood)
Keith Colbert
Dr. Ted Harris
Jerry Bennett
Dr. Janet Bock
Mary Fran Lyman
Realtor (as Mary-Fran Lyman)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 30, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$18M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$10.2M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0.57x
-$7.8M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Douglas Trumbull
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Stitzel, Philip Frank Messina
- Original Score
- James Horner
- Original Title
- Brainstorm
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Budget
- $18M
- Worldwide Gross
- $10.2M
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Douglas Trumbull
Robert Stitzel, Philip Frank Messina, Bruce Joel Rubin
James Horner
Richard Yuricich
Freeman A. Davies, Edward Warschilka
Joel L. Freedman, Douglas Trumbull
Department Leadership Roster
Douglas Trumbull
Director
Robert Stitzel
Screenplay
Philip Frank Messina
Screenplay
Douglas Trumbull
Producer
James Horner
Original Music Composer
Richard Yuricich
Director of Photography
Freeman A. Davies
Editor
Edward Warschilka
Editor
John Vallone
Production Design
Donfeld
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Brainstorm.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brainstorm
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Brainstorm about?
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.
Who directed Brainstorm?
Brainstorm was directed by Douglas Trumbull.
Who stars in Brainstorm?
The principal cast of Brainstorm includes Christopher Walken, Natalie Wood, Louise Fletcher, Cliff Robertson, Jordan Christopher.
When was Brainstorm released and how long is it?
Brainstorm was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
What was the box office and production budget of Brainstorm?
Brainstorm had a reported production budget of $18M and grossed $10.2M at the worldwide box office (0.57 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for Brainstorm?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Brainstorm was composed by James Horner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Brainstorm?
Brainstorm holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).