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The Brain That Wouldn't Die (1962)

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TMDB4.7/ 10

Where to watch The Brain That Wouldn't Die in Australia

The Brain That Wouldn't Die is streaming in Australia on Prime Video (subscription) and free on Tubi. You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV from $4.99 and Prime Video Store from $1.50.

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About The Brain That Wouldn't Die

Dr. Bill Cortner and his fiancée, Jan Compton, are driving to his lab when they get into a horrible car accident. Compton is decapitated. But Cortner is not fazed by this seemingly insurmountable hurdle. His expertise is in transplants, and he is excited to perform the first head transplant. Keeping Compton's head alive in his lab, Cortner plans the groundbreaking yet unorthodox surgery. First, however, he needs a body.

Year
1962
Genres
Horror, Sci-Fi
Runtime
82mins

The Brain That Wouldn't Die release dates in Australia

First release (worldwide)

Release dates: TMDB.

Cast and crew of The Brain That Wouldn't Die

  • Jason Eversas Dr. Bill Cortner (as Herb Evers)
  • Virginia Leithas Jan Compton
  • Leslie Danielsas Kurt
  • Adele Lamontas Doris Powell
  • Bonnie Sharieas Blonde Stripper
  • Doris Brentas Nurse
  • Paula Morrisas Brunet Stripper
  • Marilyn Hanoldas Peggy Howard
  • Bruce Brightonas Dr. Cortner
  • Arny Freemanas Photographer
  • Fred Martinas Medical Assistant
  • Lola Masonas Donna Williams
  • Bruce Kerras Beauty Contest M.C.
  • Audrey Deverealas Jeannie Reynolds
  • Eddie Carmelas Monster
Director
Joseph Green
Screenplay
Joseph Green
Story
Joseph Green, Rex Carlton
Producer
Rex Carlton
Director of Photography
Stephen Hajnal

Cast and crew: TMDB.

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Yes, you can rent or buy The Brain That Wouldn't Die in Australia on Apple TV (rent from $4.99, buy from $16.99) and Prime Video Store (rent from $1.50, buy from $4.50).

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