Dr. Brain
The truth lies in your mind.
Created by Kim Jee-woon
On Apple TV
A dark, high-concept mystery driven by grief and neuroscience, where a scientist's desperate attempt to commune with the dead becomes both a technical thriller and an exploration of loss.
Brilliant brain scientist Sewon suffers a horrific personal tragedy. Desperate to uncover what happened to his family, he conducts "brain syncs" with the dead to access their memories for clues.
Where to watch
- StreamApple TV+
Questions people ask
Is Dr. Brain sad? Yes, very. More sad than 99% of series.
Is Dr. Brain scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 97% of series.
Is Dr. Brain easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 88% of series.
Is Dr. Brain violent? Yes. More violent than 81% of series.
Does Dr. Brain leave you hopeful? Barely. Less hopeful than 81% of series.
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Like Dr. Brain
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Dr. Brain
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Dr. Brain, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Dr. Brain, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Dr. Brain, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
