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The Brain Eaters

4.919581h 1mNRMovieScience FictionHorror

A huge, alien structure resembling an inverted cone, appears in the woods outside a small rural town. Sent from Washington to investigate the origin of the mysterious object, a team of investigators discovers that intelligent parasites…

DirectorBruno VeSota
WriterGordon Urquhart
ProducersRoger Corman·Ed Nelson

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Cast · Directed by Bruno VeSota

ENEd Nelson
Ed Nelson
Dr. Paul Kettering
JL
Joanna Lee
Alice Summers
CKCornelius Keefe
Cornelius Keefe
Senator Walter K. Powers
AF
Alan Jay Factor
Glenn Cameron
JFJody Fair
Jody Fair
Elaine Cameron
DH
David Hughes
Dr. Wyler
RB
Robert Ball
Dan Walker
PPPhil Posner
Phil Posner
Sheriff
OSOrville Sherman
Orville Sherman
Mayor Cameron
HR
Henry Randolph
Telegrapher
HFHampton Fancher
Hampton Fancher
Zombie (uncredited)
LNLeonard Nimoy
Leonard Nimoy
Professor Cole

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The Brain Eaters — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Brain Eaters?

The Brain Eaters is streaming on FlixFling, Cultpix and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Brain Eaters on Netflix?

No, The Brain Eaters is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on FlixFling and Cultpix.

Is The Brain Eaters on Amazon Prime Video?

The Brain Eaters isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Brain Eaters for free?

The Brain Eaters is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel and Pluto TV in United States.