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Braindead (1992)
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When a Sumatran rat-monkey bites Lionel Cosgrove's mother, she's transformed into a zombie and begins killing (and transforming) the entire town while Lionel races to keep things under control.
Cast
Timothy Balmeas Lionel
Diana Peñalveras Paquita
Elizabeth Moodyas Mum
Ian Watkinas Uncle Les
Brenda Kendallas Nurse McTavish
Stuart Devenieas Father McGruder
Jed Brophyas Void
Elizabeth Brimilcombeas Zombie Mum
Stephen Pappsas Zombie McGruder
Murray Keaneas Scroat
Glenis Levestamas Mrs. Matheson
Lewis Roweas Mr. Matheson
Elizabeth Mulfaxeas Rita
Harry Sinclairas Roger
Facts
| Release date | August 13, 1992 |
| Runtime | 103 min (1h 43m) — about the same as the 1992 average of 109 min |
| Genres | Comedy, Horror |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $3,000,000 |
| Box office | $242,623 (0.1× budget) |
| IMDb | tt0103873 |
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Questions
How long is Braindead?
Braindead runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Is Braindead worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 1,931 votes, which places it #16 of 75 films released in 1992 in this index (top 80%) and #417 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Braindead?
Braindead was directed by Peter Jackson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003), The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002).
Who stars in Braindead?
Timothy Balme as Lionel; Diana Peñalver as Paquita; Elizabeth Moody as Mum; Ian Watkin as Uncle Les; Brenda Kendall as Nurse McTavish; Stuart Devenie as Father McGruder.
What is Braindead rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Braindead?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/283418.