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Brainstorm

6.219831h 46mPGMovieScience FictionThriller

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.

DirectorDouglas Trumbull
WritersPhilip Frank Messina·Bruce Joel Rubin
ProducersJoel L. Freedman·Douglas Trumbull

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Douglas Trumbull

CWChristopher Walken
Christopher Walken
Michael Brace
NWNatalie Wood
Natalie Wood
Karen Brace
LFLouise Fletcher
Louise Fletcher
Lillian Reynolds
CRCliff Robertson
Cliff Robertson
Alex Terson
JCJordan Christopher
Jordan Christopher
Gordy Forbes
DHDonald Hotton
Donald Hotton
Landan Marks
AFAlan Fudge
Alan Fudge
Robert Jenkins
JD
Joe Dorsey
Hal Abramson
BMBill Morey
Bill Morey
James Zimbach
JLJason Lively
Jason Lively
Chris Brace
DLDarrell Larson
Darrell Larson
Security Technician
LWLou Walker
Lou Walker
Chef

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Brainstorm — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Brainstorm?

Brainstorm isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is Brainstorm on Netflix?

No, Brainstorm is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is Brainstorm on Amazon Prime Video?

Brainstorm isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Brainstorm for free?

Brainstorm isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.