Brain on Fire (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2017, Brain on Fire is a drama film directed by Gerard Barrett, running about 88 minutes. “It's not supposed to happen. Be prepared when it does.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Susannah Cahalan, an up-and-coming journalist at the New York Post becomes plagued by voices in her head and seizures, causing a rapid descent into insanity.
Who’s in it. Brain on Fire stars Chloë Grace Moretz as Susannah Cahalan, Thomas Mann as Stephen Grywalski, Richard Armitage as Tom Cahalan and Carrie-Anne Moss as Rhona Nack, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Brain on Fire has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brain on Fire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brain on Fire tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brain on Fire (2017)?
- In US, Brain on Fire is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Brain on Fire worth watching?
- Brain on Fire holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Brain on Fire?
- Brain on Fire stars Chloë Grace Moretz, Thomas Mann, Richard Armitage, Carrie-Anne Moss and Jenny Slate.
- When was Brain on Fire released?
- Brain on Fire was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.