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Night of the Living Dead (1968)

โ€œIf it doesn't scare you, you're already dead!โ€

7.6/10 ยท 2,764 votes 1h 36m nr ThrillerHorrorScience-fiction

#5 of 22 films from 1968 #184 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by George A. Romero ยท Written by George A. Romero, John A. Russo

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Overview

A ragtag group barricade themselves in an old Pennsylvania farmhouse to remain safe from a horde of flesh-eating ghouls ravaging the Northeast.

Cast

Judith O'Deaas Barbra
Duane Jonesas Ben
Marilyn Eastmanas Helen Cooper
Karl Hardmanas Harry Cooper
Judith Ridleyas Judy
Keith Wayneas Tom
Kyra Schonas Karen Cooper / Corpse in House
Charles Craigas TV Newscaster / Zombie
S. William Hinzmanas Zombie
Bill Cardilleas Field Reporter
John Simpsonas Zombie
George Kosanaas Sheriff McClelland
Frank Doakas Scientist
A.C. McDonaldas Zombie / Posse Member

Facts

Release dateOctober 4, 1968
Runtime96 min (1h 36m) โ€” shorter as the 1968 average of 114 min
GenresThriller, Horror, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$114,000
Box office$30,236,452 (265.2ร— budget)
IMDbtt0063350

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Questions

How long is Night of the Living Dead?
Night of the Living Dead runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Is Night of the Living Dead worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.6/10 across 2,764 votes, which places it #5 of 22 films released in 1968 in this index (top 82%) and #184 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Night of the Living Dead?
Night of the Living Dead was directed by George A. Romero. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Dawn of the Dead (1978), Day of the Dead (1985), Creepshow (1982).
Who stars in Night of the Living Dead?
Judith O'Dea as Barbra; Duane Jones as Ben; Marilyn Eastman as Helen Cooper; Karl Hardman as Harry Cooper; Judith Ridley as Judy; Keith Wayne as Tom.
What is Night of the Living Dead rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Night of the Living Dead?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/122384.

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