Here are ten highly-regarded zombie horror films worth watching. Each one brings a slightly different flavour to the “undead” genre — from classics to modern twists. The movies are suggested here is containing sensetive content watch on your own risk..
1. Night of the Living Dead (1968)
• A true foundational zombie film by George A. Romero: it established many of the tropes we now associate with zombie movies (the dead rising, barricading survivors, social commentary).
• If you’ve never seen a classic zombie film, this is a must-watch.
2. 28 Days Later (2002)
• A more modern take, with “fast” infected rather than traditional shambling zombies.
• High tension, good for someone who likes action + horror.
3. Dawn of the Dead (2004)
• Directed by Zack Snyder, this remake of the 1978 classic brings in action-horror elements set in a mall during a zombie apocalypse.
• Good for when you want gore + survival elements.
4. Train to Busan (2016)
• A Korean hit that combines zombie horror with emotional stakes. A father & daughter on a train during outbreak.
• Excellent pick if you’re open to foreign films/subtitles and want something intense + moving.
5. 28 Weeks Later (2007)
• A follow-up to 28 Days Later. While not as universally acclaimed, it maintains strong zombie-horror action.
• Good continuation if you liked 28 Days Later.
6. One Cut of the Dead (2017)
• A clever Japanese film that plays with the zombie genre in a meta, comedic-horror way.
• Good for when you’re in the mood for something a bit different / playful.
7. Let Sleeping Corpses Lie (1974)
• An earlier zombie/horror film (also known as The Living Dead at Manchester Morgue) with a more atmospheric, slower-build style.
• Good choice if you like vintage horror style.
8. The Return of the Living Dead (1985)
• Combines horror with dark humour; a cult favourite in the zombie genre.
• Great if you want a mix of gore + camp/humour.
9. Shaun of the Dead (2004)
• A comedic take on zombie horror — lighter but still very fun and well-made.
• Good for when you want something less serious but still “zombie”.
10. World War-Z (2013)
• Big budget zombie-epic starring Brad Pitt, more action/disaster oriented than some classic zombie films.
• If you prefer large scale, global-catastrophe style zombies.
