Brand X (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1970, Brand X is a comedy film directed by Win Chamberlain, running about 87 minutes. “The movie for people.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1969, Taylor Mead complained to his friend artist Wynn Chamberlain that Andy Warhol had never paid him for any of the work he had done for him and Wynn said he would make a film especially for Taylor. Inspired by the banality of 1960's television, Chamberlain wrote and directed Brand X, an 87 minute series of faux television shows spoofing the politics and mass media of the day, complete with commercials for Sex, Sweat, Computer Dating and Peanut Butter. BRAND X follows Taylor Mead through a day in a wacky television studio as he portrays an exercise guru, a talk show host, a veteran returning from the American Civil War, a hospital patient in a soap opera, the President of the United States and a televangelist giving the Nightly Sermon. BRAND X satirizes President Nixon, the Vietnam War, sex, drugs, computers, money and race relations.
Who’s in it. Brand X stars Taylor Mead as Viewer / President / Minster / Nurse, Sally Kirkland as Patient / President's Wife, Abbie Hoffman as Policeman (Lawren Order) and Candy Darling as Marlene D-Train, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Brand X has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brand X page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brand X tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brand X (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brand X change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brand X worth watching?
- Brand X holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Brand X?
- Brand X stars Taylor Mead, Sally Kirkland, Abbie Hoffman, Candy Darling and Ultra Violet.
- When was Brand X released?
- Brand X was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.