The Brother from Another Planet movie poster

The Brother from Another Planet

"He's not just another out-of-towner..."

September 7, 1984 1h 49m 6.6/10 (91 votes)

Originally released in 1984. The Brother from Another Planet is a comedy/science fiction film. directed by John Sayles.

Starring Joe Morton, Rosanna Carter, and Ray Ramirez

Synopsis

A mute alien with the appearance of a black human is chased by outer-space bounty hunters through the streets of Harlem.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 7, 1984 41 years ago
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Runtime 1h 49m 109 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (91 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • A-Train Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Brother from Another Planet about?

A mute alien with the appearance of a black human is chased by outer-space bounty hunters through the streets of Harlem.

Who directed The Brother from Another Planet?

The Brother from Another Planet was directed by John Sayles.

How long is The Brother from Another Planet?

The Brother from Another Planet has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).

When was The Brother from Another Planet released?

The Brother from Another Planet was released on September 7, 1984 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Brother from Another Planet?

The main cast of The Brother from Another Planet includes Joe Morton, Rosanna Carter, Ray Ramirez, Yves Rene, Peter Richardson.