Movie

Braindead

“Some things won't stay down... even after they die.”

★ 7.4(1,845)19921h 43m

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Good to know

Director: Peter Jackson
Release date: 1992-08-13
Runtime: 1h 43m
Language: English
Box office: $242,623
Budget: $3,000,000
Status: Released
Country: New Zealand
Studio: WingNut Films

Braindead — trailer

About Braindead

Braindead is a 1992 movie in the Horror and Comedy genres, directed by Peter Jackson, starring Timothy Balme, Diana Peñalver and Elizabeth Moody. It has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 1,845 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Braindead in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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 Balme

Lionel

Diana Peñalver

Paquita

Elizabeth Moody

Mum

Ian Watkin

Uncle Les

Brenda Kendall

Nurse McTavish

Stuart Devenie

Father McGruder

Jed Brophy

Void

Elizabeth Brimilcombe

Zombie Mum

Stephen Papps

Zombie McGruder

Murray Keane

Scroat

Glenis Levestam

Mrs. Matheson

Lewis Rowe

Mr. Matheson

Themes & keywords

infidelitypoisonnew zealandaffectationreanimationzombieback from the deadmonkeyattempted rapewellington new zealandzombie baby

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Braindead in United States?+

Braindead is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Braindead on Netflix?+

Braindead is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is Braindead?+

Braindead has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).

Who stars in Braindead?+

Braindead stars Timothy Balme, Diana Peñalver, Elizabeth Moody, Ian Watkin and Brenda Kendall.

When did Braindead come out?+

Braindead is a 1992 movie directed by Peter Jackson.

What genre is Braindead?+

Braindead is Horror and Comedy film.

Who directed Braindead?+

Braindead was directed by Peter Jackson.