Brain on Fire(2017)
“It's not supposed to happen. Be prepared when it does.”
Overview
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.
Director
Gerard Barrett
Studio
Denver & Delilah Productions
Cast
Chloë Grace Moretz
as Susannah Cahalan
Thomas Mann
as Stephen Grywalski
Richard Armitage
as Tom Cahalan
Carrie-Anne Moss
as Rhona Nack
Jenny Slate
as Margo
Tyler Perry
as Richard
Alex Zahara
as Allen
Jenn MacLean-Angus
as Giselle
Ken Tremblett
as Senator
Navid Negahban
as Dr. Najjar
Robert Moloney
as Dr. Ryan
Agam Darshi
as Dr. Khan
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2017
Runtime
1h 28m
Language
English
Rating
7 / 10
Production Companies
Denver & Delilah Productions • Foundation Features • Blank Pages Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Brain on Fire?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Brain on Fire (2017).
What is Brain on Fire 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 directed Brain on Fire?▼
Brain on Fire was directed by Gerard Barrett and released in 2017. It is a drama film.
How long is Brain on Fire?▼
Brain on Fire has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
Who stars in Brain on Fire?▼
The cast of Brain on Fire includes Chloë Grace Moretz as Susannah Cahalan, Thomas Mann as Stephen Grywalski, Richard Armitage as Tom Cahalan, Carrie-Anne Moss as Rhona Nack, Jenny Slate as Margo and more.
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