Zombie zombie movies are the term for movies about zombie epidemics, when humans are turned into scary zombies and hunt humans to eat meat. These films always bring a sense of drama, scary and always make the audience feel suspenseful. Each movie has its own plot and story, but all revolve around humans facing a zombie epidemic, and having to fight to survive the sweep of the undead. Zombie zombie movies often have psychological and humanistic themes, when the audience witnesses the decrease in confidence and cruelty in humanity, and friendships and love are strengthened and sublimated. However, the fight and escape scenes deployed are tense and full of suspense that keeps the audience from suffocating. In short, zombie zombie movies are the genre of movies that take audiences on adventurous, dramatic and haunting adventures. They are ideal for those who love horror and action movie genres. So if you are a fan of horror, action movies, let us take a look at "Top 10 must-watch zombie horror movies once 2023".
1 The Walking Dead
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The Walking Dead Trailer (First Season)
The film "The Walking Dead" is an American television series in the genre of horror, post-apocalyptic that has been aired by AMC television channel since 2010. The film revolves around the lives of a group of survivors after the world is ravaged by a virus that turns people into cannibalistic undead.
The Walking Dead focuses on the character Rick Grimes, a police officer who is recovering from being injured and put into a coma. When Rick wakes up, he discovers his world has changed completely and has to flee the undead in a completely disorderly and stable state. Along with the other survivors, Rick must find a way to deal with the crisis, find safety, and regain hope for the future of humanity.
The Walking Dead movie was highly appreciated by audiences and critics thanks to the drama, quality of production and acting of the actors. The series has had 11 seasons and a series of spin-offs such as video games, books, and short films based on the same name.
Director: Frank Darabont
Writer: Frank Darabont
Cast: Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Waynes Callies,...
Duration: 41 - 67 minutes
Episodes: 177 episodes (11 seasons)
Status: Continuing
Genre: Horror, zombie pandemic, type of TV series,...
Release year: 2010
Country: United States
2 Train To Busan
The action thriller worth watching took away many tears from the audience - Train To Busan. Photo credit: themoviedb.org
Train To Busan Trailer #1 (2016)
The film Train to Busan is a South Korean action thriller film directed by Yeon Sang-ho and released in 2016. The film revolves around the story of a father's journey on a train with his daughter during the outbreak of the zombie epidemic.
In the movie, the train from Seoul to Busan suddenly becomes a battle for survival when the people on board face the attack of zombies that are spreading rapidly everywhere. The survivors of the train try to find a way within the zombie encirclement and escape to their destination.
In the movie, the audience will see the action, running away and fighting on the suffocating train. Besides, the film also brings a message about family affection, loyalty and humanity between people in difficult circumstances. It was praised for its content, script, and performances when shown and became one of the most successful Korean horror films of all time.
Director: Yeon Sang-ho
Cast: Goo Yong, Kim Su-an, Jung Yu-mi,...
Duration: 118 minutes
Status: Ended
Genre: Horror, zombie pandemic, action,...
Release year: 2016
Country: South Korea
3 World War Z
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World War Z Official Trailer #1
"World War Z" is a science fiction horror film released in 2013. The film is an adaptation of the book of the same name by author Max Brooks.
The plot of the film revolves around Gerry Lane, a former UN employee who seeks to protect his family and the world from a deadly virus, turning people into bloodthirsty undead. Lane is tasked with traveling the world to find solutions to this pandemic before it spreads and destroys humanity.
"World War Z" is considered one of the most successful horror films in history with more than $540 million worldwide grossing. It was also praised for its engaging, dramatic content, and impressive visual effects of plot action and fight against zombie pandemics.
Director: Marc Forster
Writers: J.Michael Straczynski, Matthew Michael, Carnahan,...
Cast: Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos, James Badge Dale,...
Duration: 116 minutes
Status: Ended
Genre: Horror, zombie pandemic, action,...
Release year: 2013
Country: United States
4 Zombieland
The zombie zombie movie brings a lot of dramatic and funny action - Zombieland. Image source: moviesranking
Zomebieland Official Trailer #1
Zombieland is an action-horror-comedy film directed by Ruben Fleischer and released in 2009.
This movie revolves around the main character Columbus - a boy who survived in the post-apocalyptic world, tasked with overcoming the challenges of adventure and finding a way to survive the explosion of meat-hungry zombies. Columbus meets Tallahassee, a mischievous assassin, and the two decide to team up to continue their journey. Later, they meet the couple Wichita and Little Rock and adventure together through obstacles and seek safe haven. The film gives viewers dramatic action, attractive humor and retains the horror of the post-apocalyptic world.
Director: Ruben Fleischer
Cast: Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone
Duration: 87 minutes
Status: Ended
Genre: Horror, zombie pandemic, comedy,...
Release year: 2009
Country: United States
5 Kingdom
Kingdom - The zombie movie combines the most beloved historical elements. Photo credit: thanhnien.vn
Kingdom Official Trailer Netflix
The drama Kingdom is a South Korean television series produced in 2019. It follows the 16th-century Joseon kingdom, when a mysterious zombie plague begins to spread. Through our protagonist, Crown Prince Lee Chang, we gain access to an empire that is facing internal and external forces as it tries to find ways to stop the pandemic and protect its kingdom.
With a series of thrilling details and dramatic situations, "Kingdom" brings audiences a horror movie, combining historical and political elements, full of attraction and excitement. The film was highly praised by talented director Kim Seong-hun, and has become one of the most beloved Korean films.
Director: Kim Seong-hu, Park In-je (season 2)
Writer: Kim Eun-hee
Cast: Joo Ji-hoon, Ryu Seong-ryong, Kim Sung-kyu
Duration: 36 - 56 minutes
Number of episodes: 12 episodes + 1 special episode
Genre: Horror, history, drama,...
Release year: 2019
Country: South Korea
6 All Of Us Are Dead
All Of Us Are Dead – The most watchable 2022 zombie movie. Image source: dienanh.net
All Of Us Are Dead Official Trailer
"All of Us are Dead" is a South Korean drama produced in 2022. The film revolves around the story of a group of high school students, trying to survive in a world full of zombies.
The setting of the movie is a high school in a small town, where suddenly one day, a zombie epidemic appears and spreads rapidly. The group of students in the movie are forced to fight together and find a way to escape the destruction of zombies, while trying to keep themselves and each other alive.
The film is considered a combination of horror, action and adolescent genres. All of Us Are Dead this is a fascinating and tense story, with many unexpected revelations and dramatic situations.
In addition, the film also carries the message of friendship, teamwork and solidarity in the fight against dangerous forces such as zombies. The film is considered very impressive and worth watching for those who love horror and action genres.
Directors: Lee Jae-kyoo, Kim Nam-su
Writer: Chun Sung-il
Cast: Park Ji-hu, Cho Yi-hyun, Lee Yoo-mi,...
Duration: 53 - 72 minutes
Episodes: 12 episodes (1 season)
Status: Continuing
Genre: Horror, adolescence,...
Release year: 2022
Country: South Korea
7 The Last Of Us
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The Last Of Us Official Trailer
The film The Last of Us is a 2023 television series, based on the video game of the same name developed by Naughty Dog and released by Sony Computer Entertainment in 2013.
It tells the story of Joel, a man who survived a pandemic that broke out to the point where most humans became bloodthirsty man-eating monsters. He meets Ellie, a 14-year-old girl who is believed to be immune to the virus, but is still childish, dancing. Joel decides to help her avoid a newly formed human organization who plans to vaccinate Ellie in order to extract this immune vaccine and save humanity.
The two begin their journey through countless dangers everywhere, meeting and interacting with different characters and learning a lot about the friendship and affection between them. In the process of finding Ellie's desired new voice and struggling to survive, Joel and Ellie's feelings gradually develop.
The Last of Us received praise for its novel storyline, actors' performances and choice of music and director, and excellent visuals. The film truly brings a brilliant experience to viewers about friendship, new shapes for the post-pandemic horror genre and questions related to who we are.
Directors: Craig Mazin, Neil Druckmann
Writers: Craig Mazin, Neil Druckmann
Cast: Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey
Duration: 46 - 81 minutes
Episodes: 9 episodes (1 season)
Status: Continuing
Genre: Horror, post-apocalypse, drama,...
Release year: 2023
Country: United States
8 Dawn Of The Dead
Dawn Of The Dead - Thrilling and action-packed zombie horror movie. Photo credit: nitehawkcinema
Dawn Of The Dead (2004) Official Trailer
The film Dawn of the Dead is an action thriller film, directed by Zack Snyder and released in 2004.
The setting of the film revolves around a zombie epidemic that occurs in America and a group of survivors trying to find a way to survive and protect themselves from scary cannibal machines. The group included a fast-food restaurant employee, an infected nurse, a couple and a police officer.
It is the chaos of society and the brutality of the zombies that challenge the survival of the group and make them fight relentlessly to survive.
The film uses vivid visual effects and beautiful footage, while skillfully combining thrilling action scenes and basic horror scenes to create a watchable and action-packed work.
Director: Zack Snyder
Writer: James Gunn
Cast: Sarah Polley, Jake Weber, Ving Rhames,...
Duration: 100 minutes
Status: Ended
Genre: Horror, action,...
Release year: 2004
Country: United States
9 28 Weeks Later
The second most watchable zombie movie of all time - 28 Weeks Later. Photo credit: ign.com
28 Weeks Later (2007) Official Trailer
The film 28 Weeks Later is a 2007 science fiction horror film. It follows a deadly virus that has ravaged London and caused a global crisis. After 28 weeks, military personnel with government support rescued some survivors and took them to refugee camps. However, a group of people were infected with the virus and turned back into bloodthirsty creatures, which attacked the refugee camp, causing some of the survivors to flee.
It stars Robert Carlyle, Rose Byrne, Jeremy Renner and Imogen Poots. The film creates a creepy and scary atmosphere as the audience gets caught up in situations full of suspense and suffocation. The film is considered one of the most watchable horror movies of the 2000s.
Director: Juan Carlos Fresnadillo
Cast: Robert Carlyle, Rose Byrne, Jeremy Renner,...
Duration: 99 minutes
Status: Ended
Genre: Horror, post-apocalypse, sci-fi,...
Release year: 2007
Country: England
10 Alive
Alive - The zombie horror movie is appreciated for its drama and attraction. Photo credit: fareastfilms
Alive - Netflix Official Trailer
The film Alive is a South Korean film released in 2020, directed by Jo Il-Hyeong, which belongs to the genres of horror, action, and science fiction.
The story in the drama revolves around the two main characters, Oh Joon-woo and Kim Yoo-bin, who live in a world ravaged by a terrifying virus, millions of people have been infected and turned into meat-hungry undead.
Joon-woo and Yoo-bin must survive and find a way out of their apartment as they are surrounded by meat-hungry undead. They have to overcome a lot of dangerous challenges and solve a lot of difficulties to survive and find a way to contact the outside world.
The movie Alive is not only a horror movie about meat-hungry zombies, but also a film about family feelings and the power of trust. The film achieved great success and was appreciated by viewers for its dramatic plot, acting and intriguing details.
Director: Cho II-hyeong
Writers: Cho II-hyeong, Matt Naylor
Cast: Yoo Ah-in, Park Shin-hye
Duration: 98 minutes
Status: Ended
Genre: Horror, zombie pandemic,...
Release year: 2020
Country: South Korea
