Brainwashed (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1960, Brainwashed is a drama film directed by Gerd Oswald, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Werner von Basil (a Austrian intellectual) was captured by the Nazi in 1938. The want to break him to confess smuggling. Without any mental sustenance, the only thing left to keep his mind busy is an old tactics book for chess.
Who’s in it. Brainwashed stars Curd Jürgens as Werner von Basil, Claire Bloom as Irene Andreny, Hansjörg Felmy as Hans Berger and Mario Adorf as Mirko Centowic, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Brainwashed has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brainwashed page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brainwashed tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brainwashed (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brainwashed change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brainwashed worth watching?
- Brainwashed holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Brainwashed?
- Brainwashed stars Curd Jürgens, Claire Bloom, Hansjörg Felmy, Mario Adorf and Hans Söhnker.