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The Brain from Planet Arous

1957·Movie
1h 11min
IMDb5.2Rotten Tomatoes29%38%

Where to watch

HooplaFawesomeCultpixIndiePix UnlimitedMometuTubi TV

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The Brain from Planet Arous fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Scare6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia5
  • Wonder5

Humor

Some absurdist humor and slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Absurdist Humor7
  • Physical Comedy6
  • Satire & Parody6

World

Fantasy

  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction5
  • Acting5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Sound Centrality6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

Science-Fiction's most astounding story!

A malevolent alien brain, bent on world domination, takes over the body of an atomic scientist, while a 'good' alien brain inhabits the body of the scientist's dog and waits for an opportunity to defeat the evil brain.
B-Movie HorrorSci-Fi HorrorAtomic Age Monster MovieLow-BudgetCampyAbsurdistBlack and WhiteAlien InvasionParody

Crew

Directed by:
Nathan Juran, Bert Chervin
Written by:
Ray Buffum
Produced by:
Dale Tate, Jacques R. Marquette, Joy N. Houck
Composed by:
Philip Mitchell, Walter Greene

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Brain from Planet Arous

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Brain from Planet Arous legally?

HooplaFawesomeCultpixIndiePix UnlimitedMometuTubi TV

The Brain from Planet Arous is included with a subscription to Cultpix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Brain from Planet Arous worth watching?

38
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 38/100 (IMDb 5.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 29%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Brain from Planet Arous rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Brain from Planet Arous?

1 h 11 min

The Brain from Planet Arous runs 1 h 11 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Brain from Planet Arous?

Critics29
Audiences45

Not quite. Audiences rate The Brain from Planet Arous higher (45) than critics (29). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Brain from Planet Arous in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Brain from Planet Arous?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Brain from Planet Arous in 109 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Brain from Planet Arous use?

Brain MonsterSense FreakLarge HamMars Needs WomenTake Over the WorldEvil LaughTitle DropMy Brain Is BigAchilles' HeelNot Right in the BedEvil GloatingBlack Eyes of Crazy

TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for The Brain from Planet Arous, including Brain Monster, Sense Freak, Large Ham.