The Return of the Living Dead movie poster

The Return of the Living Dead

"They're Back From The Grave and Ready To Party!"

April 25, 1985 1h 31m 7.2/10 (2,233 votes)

Originally released in 1985. The Return of the Living Dead is a comedy/horror film. directed by Dan O'Bannon.

Starring Clu Gulager, James Karen, and Don Calfa

Synopsis

When two bumbling employees at a medical supply warehouse accidentally release a deadly gas into the air, the vapors cause the dead to rise again as zombies.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 25, 1985 40 years ago
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Runtime 1h 31m 91 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (2,233 votes)
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Budget $4M Production budget
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Box Office $14.2M 3.6x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$4,000,000
Revenue
$14,241,310

Production Companies

  • Hemdale Film Corporation
  • Fox Films Ltd.
  • Cinema 84

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Return of the Living Dead about?

When two bumbling employees at a medical supply warehouse accidentally release a deadly gas into the air, the vapors cause the dead to rise again as zombies.

Who directed The Return of the Living Dead?

The Return of the Living Dead was directed by Dan O'Bannon.

How long is The Return of the Living Dead?

The Return of the Living Dead has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).

When was The Return of the Living Dead released?

The Return of the Living Dead was released on April 25, 1985 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Return of the Living Dead?

The main cast of The Return of the Living Dead includes Clu Gulager, James Karen, Don Calfa, Thom Mathews, Miguel A. Núñez Jr..

Is The Return of the Living Dead worth watching?

The Return of the Living Dead has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 2,233 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.