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Day of the Dead

  • 19851985
  • Not RatedNot Rated
  • 1h 41m
IMDb RATING
7.1/10
68K
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As the world is overrun by zombies, a small group of scientists and military personnel dwelling in an underground bunker in Florida must determine whether they should educate, eliminate or e... Read allAs the world is overrun by zombies, a small group of scientists and military personnel dwelling in an underground bunker in Florida must determine whether they should educate, eliminate or escape the undead horde.As the world is overrun by zombies, a small group of scientists and military personnel dwelling in an underground bunker in Florida must determine whether they should educate, eliminate or escape the undead horde.

IMDb RATING
7.1/10
68K
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  • Director
    • George A. Romero
  • Writer
    • George A. Romero
  • Stars
    • Lori Cardille
    • Terry Alexander
    • Joseph Pilato
Top credits
  • Director
    • George A. Romero
  • Writer
    • George A. Romero
  • Stars
    • Lori Cardille
    • Terry Alexander
    • Joseph Pilato
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 489User reviews
    • 137Critic reviews
    • 60Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins

    Videos2

    Day of the Dead (1985)
    Trailer 1:58
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    Lori Cardille
    Lori Cardille
    • Sarahas Sarah
    Terry Alexander
    Terry Alexander
    • Johnas John
    Joseph Pilato
    Joseph Pilato
    • Rhodesas Rhodes
    Jarlath Conroy
    • McDermottas McDermott
    Anthony Dileo Jr.
    • Miguelas Miguel
    • (as Antonè DiLeo)
    Richard Liberty
    • Loganas Logan
    Sherman Howard
    Sherman Howard
    • Bubas Bub
    • (as Howard Sherman)
    Gary Howard Klar
    Gary Howard Klar
    • Steelas Steel
    • (as G. Howard Klar)
    Ralph Marrero
    • Ricklesas Rickles
    John Amplas
    John Amplas
    • Ted Fisheras Ted Fisher
    Phillip G. Kellams
    • Milleras Miller
    Taso N. Stavrakis
    Taso N. Stavrakis
    • Torrezas Torrez
    Greg Nicotero
    Greg Nicotero
    • Johnsonas Johnson
    • (as Gregory Nicotero)
    Don Brockett
    Don Brockett
    • Featured Zombieas Featured Zombie
    William Cameron
    William Cameron
    • Featured Zombieas Featured Zombie
    Deborah Carter
    • Featured Zombieas Featured Zombie
    Winnie Flynn
    • Featured Zombieas Featured Zombie
    Debra Gordon
    Debra Gordon
    • Featured Zombieas Featured Zombie
    • Director
      • George A. Romero
    • Writer
      • George A. Romero
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    Zombies rule the world, except for a small group of scientists and military personnel who reside in an underground bunker in Florida. The scientists are using the undead in gruesome experiments; much to the chagrin of the military. Finally the military finds that their men have been used in the scientists' experiments, and banish the scientists to the caves that house the Living Dead. Unfortunately, the zombies from above ground have made their way into the bunker. —Matt Puskas <s0047192@monteagle.niagara.edu>
    • bully
    • bully comeuppance
    • questioning authority
    • scientist
    • military
    • 395 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • The Dead have waited. The day has come.
    • Genres
      • Horror
      • Thriller
    • Certificate
      • Not Rated
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      All the extras who portrayed zombies in the climax received for their services: a cap that said "I Played A Zombie In 'Day of the Dead'", a copy of the newspaper from the beginning of the film (the one that says THE DEAD WALK!), and one dollar.
    • Goofs
      In the opening scene as they fly over the supposedly deserted city, on the left middle side of the screen, a car can be seen driving down the street pulling into a parking spot.
    • Quotes

      Dr. Logan: [interrupting Rhodes] Is there food?

      Rhodes: [screaming] I'm running this monkey farm now Frankenstein and I wanna know... what the fuck you're doing with my time?

    • Alternate versions
      The UK 4-Front/Arrow films video release (1997) is uncut, as are all later DVD releases. The cinema version had been cut by 34 secs by the BBFC with edits to the killing of Rhodes, Miller's neck being bitten by a female zombie, Miguel's arm amputation and shots of Rickles's fingers being bitten off, and the same cut print was used for early video releases.
    • Connections
      Edited into Cent une tueries de zombies (2012)
    • Soundtracks
      The Dead Walk
      (uncredited)
      Composed by Jim Blazer, John Harrison and Sputzy Sparacino
      Performed by Modern Man
      Produced by Tom Cossie

    User reviews489

    Review
    Top review
    7/10
    Great Conclusion of a Trilogy
    A group of stressed survivors, composed by soldiers and civilians, share an underground military bunker surrounded by an increasing number of zombies. When the commander of the base dies, the tyrannical Capt. Rhodes (Joe Pilato) occupies his spot and the friction with the team of scientist reaches an uncontrollable level. Meanwhile, Dr. Logan (Richard Liberty), the leader of the scientists, develops a kind affection to the zombie Bub (Howard Sherman), showing signs of insanity. Sarah (Lori Cardille), the helicopter pilot John (Terry Alexander) and their alcoholic friend William (Jarlath Conroy) are the only lucid persons, being threatened by the rest of the survivors and the zombies. 'Day of the Dead' is a great conclusion of the George Romero's trilogy. Yesterday I watched it again, maybe for the fourth or fifth time, and I found a very claustrophobic story, having excellent nasty special effects. My vote is seven.

    Title (Brazil): 'Dia dos Mortos' ('Day of the Dead')
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    • claudio_carvalho
    • Nov 19, 2004

    FAQ4

    • What different cut versions exist of the movie?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • July 19, 1985 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • George A. Romero's Day of the Dead
    • Filming locations
      • Fort Myers, Florida, USA
    • Production companies
      • United Film Distribution Company (UFDC)
      • Laurel Entertainment Inc.
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $3,500,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $5,000,000
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $1,700,000
      • Jul 21, 1985
    • Gross worldwide
      • $5,000,000
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 41 minutes
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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