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The Brain Leeches

4.2197855mMovieScience FictionHorror

Invading aliens are taking over the brains of folks in a small town. The head leech is a wad of black tinfoil with a couple of white thumbtacks for eyes. Others are spidery-like rubber things pulled along by strings.

DirectorFred Olen Ray
WriterJim Kennedy

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Cast · Directed by Fred Olen Ray

PJ
Paul Jones
Dr. John Hayes
MS
Marcia Scott
Susan
RS
Ray Starr
Rusty Fender
JK
Jennifer Knight
Rose
FRFred Olen Ray
Fred Olen Ray
Tom (as Brian Wolfe)
BLBrad Linaweaver
Brad Linaweaver
Billy Johnson

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The Brain Leeches — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Brain Leeches?

The Brain Leeches isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Brain Leeches on Netflix?

No, The Brain Leeches is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is The Brain Leeches on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Brain Leeches isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Brain Leeches for free?

The Brain Leeches isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Brain Leeches?

The Brain Leeches hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 1978. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.