1. World War Z (2013)

“The end of the world is just the beginning.”

Directed by Marc Forster, World War Z is a high-octane, global-scale zombie apocalypse thriller based on Max Brooks’ bestselling novel. Starring Brad Pitt as Gerry Lane, a former United Nations investigator, the film follows Gerry as he’s tasked with finding the source of a global zombie outbreak that threatens to destroy humanity. As he travels from one hotspot to another—facing harrowing dangers and a rapidly escalating pandemic—he races against time to find a way to stop the catastrophic spread of the infection.

Blending heart-pounding action with a compelling global narrative, World War Z showcases the devastating consequences of a world under siege, where survival instincts are tested, and the human will to survive is put to the ultimate test.

2. Train to Busan (2003)

Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, Train to Busan is a South Korean zombie thriller that combines heart-pounding action with a deeply emotional storyline. The film follows a group of passengers on a high-speed train traveling from Seoul to Busan as a zombie outbreak sweeps across the country. As the infection spreads rapidly, the survivors must fight for their lives and face moral dilemmas, all while confined to the train. The film explores themes of sacrifice, survival, and the lengths people will go to protect their loved ones in the face of unimaginable horrors.

With its unique setting, strong performances, and emotional depth, Train to Busan has become one of the most highly regarded zombie films of the 21st century, drawing attention for its balance of thrilling action and heart-wrenching drama.

3. 28 Weeks Later (2007)

A sequel to the highly successful 28 Days Later (2002), 28 Weeks Later is directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo. The film takes place six months after the outbreak of the Rage virus, which decimated the United Kingdom. With the virus seemingly under control, NATO forces attempt to re-establish order in London, but when the infected re-emerge, chaos erupts once again. The film follows a group of survivors who must navigate a world teetering on the edge of destruction while dealing with their personal conflicts. It’s a fast-paced, tension-filled horror-thriller that explores themes of survival, redemption, and the human cost of a global disaster.

4. 28 Days Later (2002)

Directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, 28 Days Later is a groundbreaking post-apocalyptic horror film that reignited the zombie genre. The story begins when a group of animal rights activists accidentally release a virus called “Rage” from a research facility. The virus quickly spreads across the UK, turning people into violent, rage-filled zombies. The film follows Jim (played by Cillian Murphy), who awakens from a coma 28 days after the outbreak, only to find London completely deserted and the world turned upside down. As he teams up with other survivors, they must navigate through a desolate and dangerous world filled with infected humans and desperate people.

5. Peninsula (2020)

“The fight for survival begins again.”

Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, Peninsula is a standalone sequel to the 2016 film Train to Busan. Set four years after the events of the first film, the movie follows a group of soldiers who are sent on a high-risk mission to retrieve a truckload of money in a quarantined and now desolate Korea. What they encounter is a chaotic world ruled by ruthless criminals and hordes of violent, rage-infected zombies. With no place to hide, the survivors must fight for their lives in a brutal and unforgiving environment.

6. Alive (2020)

“Survive or Die.”

Alive is a South Korean zombie thriller directed by Cho Il-hyung, based on the 2012 script by Matt Naylor. The film follows the harrowing struggle of a young man, Joon-Woo, who is trapped in his apartment building during a zombie outbreak. Isolated from the outside world, he must rely on his wits and determination to survive as he navigates the terrifying situation. Eventually, he discovers a fellow survivor, and the two work together to find a way out of the chaos, all while fighting against the growing number of infected and the harsh conditions of the world outside.

7. Diary of the Dead (2007)

“The end of the world is just the beginning.”

Diary of the Dead is a 2007 zombie horror film written and directed by George A. Romero. It serves as a loose entry in Romero’s famed Living Dead series, bringing a new perspective to the genre by focusing on the outbreak of the zombie apocalypse through the lens of a group of film students who are documenting the events as they unfold. As the world descends into chaos, the students must navigate the horrors of the outbreak, all while capturing footage for their documentary. The film explores themes of media manipulation, the fragility of civilization, and the survival instinct.

8. Shaun of the Dead (2004)

“A comedy with zombies. Just another day at the pub.”

Shaun of the Dead is a 2004 British zombie comedy film directed by Edgar Wright and written by Simon Pegg and Wright. The film stars Simon Pegg as Shaun, a down-and-out electronics store worker who finds himself facing the zombie apocalypse while trying to patch things up with his girlfriend, his friends, and his estranged mother. Blending humor with the zombie horror genre, Shaun of the Dead became a beloved cult classic, known for its witty dialogue, memorable characters, and sharp satire of both the zombie genre and modern life.

9. Fido (2006)

“In a world where zombies are domesticated, not all is as it seems.”

Fido is a 2006 Canadian zombie comedy film directed by Andrew Currie. Set in an alternate 1950s universe where zombies have been domesticated and turned into household pets, the film tells the story of Timmy, a young boy who befriends a zombie named Fido. With its quirky, dark humor and social commentary, Fido offers a unique twist on the zombie genre, blending suburban life with the horror and absurdity of having a zombie as a pet. The film is a satirical take on family dynamics, class struggles, and the fear of the other.

10. Zombie Strippers (2008)

Zombie Strippers is a 2008 horror-comedy film directed by Jay Lee. Set in a dystopian future where a zombie outbreak ravages the world, the film follows a strip club that becomes a haven for undead strippers. The film is a blend of dark humor, zombie horror, and exploitation cinema, offering a satirical and campy take on the genre. When a deadly virus transforms the club’s employees into zombies, the audience is treated to a bizarre mix of gore, nudity, and campy absurdity.

11. Dawn of the Dead (2004)
12. House of the Dead (2003)
13. Black Sheep (2006)
14. I Sell the Dead (2008)
15. Cemetery Man (2001)
16. Versus (2000)
17. Mutant Zombies (2001)
18. Zombie Campout (2002)
19. Zombie Nation (2004)
20. Choking Hazard (2004)
21. Zombie Honeymoon (2004)
22. The Zombie Diaries (2006)
23. Zombies Anonymous (2006)
24. Poultrygeist (2006)
25. Zombie Farm (2007)
26. The Dead (2009)
27. Zombie Apocalypse (2009)
28. Survival of the Dead (2009)
29. The Revenant (2009)
30. Zombies of War (2008)
31. Hell of the Living Dead (2000)
32. Zombie Bloodbath (2006)
33. Zombie Planet (2003)
34. Bio Zombie (2001)
35. Zombie Cop (2001)
36. Zombie Cult Massacre (2009)
37. Zombie Rage (2009)
38. Zombie Town (2007)
39. The Zombie Dead (2007)
40. Zombie Doom (2006)
41. Zombie Self-Defense Force (2006)
42. Zombie Western: It Came from the West (2007)
43. Zombies! Zombies! Zombies! (2008)
44. Zombie Hunters (2008)
45. Zombie Nation 2 (2006)
46. Zombie Outbreak (2007)
47. Zombie Terror (2007)
48. Zombie Undead (2009)
49. Zombie Women of Satan (2009)
50. Zombies from Outer Space (2009)