Cast and Crew of Brain on Fire

Brain on Fire

It's not supposed to happen. Be prepared when it does.
  • Released on February 22, 2017
  • Drama

Based on the best-selling memoir, "Brain on Fire" is a gripping and emotional drama that follows the true story of Susannah Cahalan, a young and ambitious journalist working at the New York Post. The film stars Chloë Grace Moretz as Susannah, who delivers a powerful and convincing performance as a woman who suddenly finds herself plagued by unexplained symptoms.

As Susannah's condition worsens, she begins to experience terrifying hallucinations and debilitating seizures. These symptoms cause her to spiral into a state of confusion and despair, leaving her unable to work or maintain her relationships. Despite her best efforts to find answers, Susannah's doctors are unable to diagnose her condition, leading to a rapid descent into insanity.

Thomas Mann plays Stephen Grywalski, Susannah's boyfriend, who becomes increasingly concerned about her well-being as her symptoms worsen. As Susannah's condition becomes more severe, Stephen must navigate the challenges of supporting her through her illness while also dealing with the emotional toll it takes on him. Together, they embark on a journey to uncover the truth behind Susannah's mysterious illness and find a way to stop its progression.

Full Cast of Brain on Fire

Chloë Grace Moretz as Susannah Cahalan

Chloë Grace Moretz

as Susannah Cahalan

Chloë Grace Moretz is an American actress. She began acting as a child, with early roles in the supernatural horror f...

Richard Armitage as Tom Cahalan

Richard Armitage

as Tom Cahalan

Richard Armitage was born and raised in Leicester, England. He attended Pattison College in Binley Road, Coventry, an...

Carrie-Anne Moss as Rhona Nack

Carrie-Anne Moss

as Rhona Nack

Carrie-Anne Moss (born August 21, 1967) is a Canadian actress. After early roles on television, she rose to internati...

Jenny Slate as Margo

Jenny Slate

as Margo

Jenny Sarah Slate (born March 25, 1982) is an American stand-up comedian, actress, voice actress and author, known fo...

Tyler Perry as Richard

Tyler Perry

as Richard

Tyler Perry (born Emmitt Perry, Jr.; September 13, 1969) is an African-American actor, director, playwright, screenwr...

Alex Zahara as Allen

Alex Zahara

as Allen

Alex Zahara is a Canadian actor and a voice actor. Alex was born in Northern Alberta, and, according to his mother, h...

Jenn MacLean-Angus as Giselle

Jenn MacLean-Angus

as Giselle

Jenn MacLean-Angus was born on April 2, 1976 and is currently 48 years old.

Ken Tremblett as Senator

Ken Tremblett

as Senator

Ken Tremblett was born on November 22, 1965 and is currently 58 years old.

Navid Negahban as Dr. Najjar
as Dr. Najjar

Navid Negahban was born and raised in Mashhad, Iran. His passion for acting led him to Germany, where he spent eight ...

Agam Darshi as Dr. Khan

Agam Darshi

as Dr. Khan

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Agam Darshi is an English-born actress, now based in Vancouver, British Colum...

Janet Kidder as Dr. Siskin

Janet Kidder

as Dr. Siskin

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Janet Kidder (born 1972) is a Canadian actress. Janet Kidder is the niece of ...

Daniel Bacon as Dr. Han

Daniel Bacon

as Dr. Han

Daniel Bacon was born on October 30, 1970 and is currently 54 years old.

Alison Araya as EEG Tech

Alison Araya

as EEG Tech

Alison Araya is an actress.

Brian McCaig as Intern

Brian McCaig

as Intern

Brian McCaig was born on March 28, 1980 and is currently 44 years old.

Nicole LaPlaca as Young Nurse

Nicole LaPlaca

as Young Nurse

Nicole LaPlaca was born on January 3, 1986 and is currently 38 years old.

Lee Majdoub as Guy

Lee Majdoub

as Guy

Lee Majdoub (born May 31, 1982) is a Lebanese-Canadian actor. He is known for his role as Agent Stone in Sonic the He...


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