Louis Theroux: A Different Brain (2016): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2016, Louis Theroux: A Different Brain is a documentary film directed by Jamie Pickup, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. Following on from his recent look at alcoholism, the UK’s premier documentarian returns with another sensitive film, this time on living with a brain injury. Earl’s personality and interests have radically altered since he was involved in a car crash, while Dan – who sustained his injury in the late 90s – is desperate to live independently again. Elsewhere, Amanda is struggling to readjust to family life, and Natalie’s carers share her especially affecting story.

Who’s in it. Louis Theroux: A Different Brain stars Louis Theroux as Himself.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Louis Theroux: A Different Brain has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads and rent or buy it from Sky Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Louis Theroux: A Different Brain page.

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