Day of the Dead (1985)
Kernel Score: 79% · 1,356 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Horror, Drama, Mystery
Released: 1985-07-03
Runtime: 101 minutes
Where to watch Day of the Dead
- Stream: Fubo, Peacock, Philo, Shudder, Night Flight Plus, FlixFling
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Fawesome, Pluto TV, Shout! Factory TV, YouTube Free
- Rent: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
As the world is overrun by zombies, scientists and military personnel in an underground Florida bunker must decide on how they should deal with the undead.
Day of the Dead parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Day of the Dead is a graphic zombie horror film set in an underground military bunker.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — Graphic zombie horror violence including gore typical of the Living Dead series.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Lori Cardille as Sarah
- Terry Alexander as John
- Joseph Pilato as Rhodes
- Jarlath Conroy as McDermott
- Anthony DiLeo Jr. as Miguel
- Richard Liberty as Logan
- Sherman Howard as Bub
- Gary Klar as Steel
- Ralph Marrero as Rickles
- John Amplas as Fisher
Day of the Dead FAQ
Is Day of the Dead good?
Day of the Dead has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,356 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Day of the Dead?
In the US you can stream Day of the Dead on Fubo, Peacock, Philo, Shudder, Night Flight Plus and FlixFling, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fawesome, Pluto TV, Shout! Factory TV and YouTube Free and rent it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube and Fandango At Home.
Is Day of the Dead OK for kids?
Day of the Dead is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Day of the Dead is a graphic zombie horror film set in an underground military bunker.
What movies are like Day of the Dead?
If you liked Day of the Dead, try Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte, Saw X, Saw and I Am a Hero.