Top 10 Zombie Movies

1. 28 Days Later (2002) – Danny Boyle’s visceral reboot of the genre, introducing fast-moving infected and a dark, emotionally charged narrative. Frequently ranks as the #1 zombie film.

2. Train to Busan (2016) – This South Korean action-horror thriller balances pulse-pounding set pieces with emotional depth, earning high praise worldwide.

3. Night of the Living Dead (1968) – George A. Romero’s ground breaking classic that defined the modern zombie and turned horror into social commentary.

4. Dawn of the Dead (1978) – Romero’s follow-up sharpens his critique of consumerism via a zombie siege in a shopping mall; a landmark in horror satire.

5. Shaun of the Dead (2004) – Edgar Wright’s witty horror-comedy that perfectly blends laugh-out-loud dialogue with undead chaos.

6. One Cut of the Dead (2017) – A meta, mind-bending Japanese film celebrated for its ingenuity, comedic timing, and low-budget brilliance.

7. Re‑Animator (1985) – A cult favourite, this gory chapter of body horror visits the undead with dark humour and unrelenting originality.

8. The Return of the Living Dead (1985) – Injecting punk-rock zaniness into undead chaos, this movie remains a cult staple.

9. The Girl with All the Gifts (2016) – A thoughtful reinvention of the genre, blending psychological depth with thrilling suspense.

10. White Zombie (1932) – One of the earliest full-length zombie films, steeped in voodoo lore and classic horror atmosphere.

1. World War Z - Max Brooks - An oral-history style novel chronicling a global zombie war, praised for its realism, scope, and social commentary. A consistent #1 across Goodreads charts.

2. The Walking Dead (Comics) - Robert Kirkman & Charlie Adlard - The iconic comic series that redefined zombie storytelling, running for 193 issues, winning Eisner Awards, and becoming a massive multimedia franchise.

3. Feed (Newsflesh #1) - Mira Grant - A gripping blend of political thriller and zombie horror, featuring investigative bloggers uncovering epidemic secrets. A top-rated favourite on Goodreads.

4. Zombie Fallout - Mark Tufo - A fast-paced, fan-beloved post-apocalyptic series—regularly high-ranking on Goodreads zombie lists.

5. Cell - Stephen King - A techno-horror novel where a mysterious signal turns people into mindless killers—often debated as “zombie” fiction, but undeniably chilling and genre-adjacent.

6. The Girl with All the Gifts - M. R. Carey - A thoughtful and emotional take on zombie lore, weaving character depth with speculative horror; highly recommended in bookstore curation lists.

7. Survivor Song - Paul Tremblay - A tense, intimate story following a pregnant woman racing against time in a zombie-ravaged world—markedly praised for its intensity.

8. Afterlife with Archie - Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa & Francesco Francavilla - Riverdale’s dark reimagining—zombie horror meets teen drama, celebrated for its unexpectedly brutal and emotional storytelling.

9. Reiko the Zombie Shop - Rei Mikamoto - A Japanese horror-action manga featuring a necromancer-for-hire—a unique, macabre twist on zombie tales.

10. Victorian Undead / iZombie (Comic highlights) - Fan-curated lists of zombie comics often highlight titles like Victorian Undead, iZombie, and alternate takes on classic horror—excellent picks for expanding your comic repertoire.

Top 10 Zombie Books & Comics

Top 10 Zombie Games

1. Resident Evil 4 Remake (2023)
   A polished reimagining of the 2005 classic, bringing modern visuals, tighter controls, and enhanced horror.

2. The Last of Us (2013)
   Emotional storytelling meets tense survival gameplay in a post-pandemic America.

3. The Walking Dead (Telltale) (2012)
   Episodic, choice-driven adventure that put players in the middle of a heart-wrenching survival drama.

4. Left 4 Dead 2 (2009)
   Cooperative zombie shooter that keeps the action unpredictable with its AI Director.

5. World War Z (2019)
   Fast-paced, large-scale horde shooter inspired by Max Brooks’ novel and the film adaptation.

6. Dead Island 2 (2023)
   Over-the-top gore, humor, and melee combat in a sunny apocalypse setting.

7. Project Zomboid (Early Access 2013 – ongoing)
   Deep, realistic sandbox survival sim with crafting, farming, and infection systems.

8. Dying Light (2015)
   Parkour-based open-world survival with day-night gameplay shifts and brutal combat.

9. Resident Evil 2 Remake (2019)
   Modernized survival horror masterpiece that reintroduced a classic to a new generation.

10. Urban Dead (2005)
    Browser-based strategy MMO where players choose to survive as humans or hunt as zombies.

Top 10 TV Shows

1. The Last of Us (2023–present)
   HBO’s emotionally charged adaptation of the acclaimed video game, lauded for its storytelling depth and character dynamics. Often ranked #1 among modern zombie series.

2. All of Us Are Dead (2022–present)
   A high-school-set South Korean horror–drama where students fight for survival during a sudden zombie outbreak. Hugely popular on Netflix and renewed for a second season.

3. Kingdom (2019–2021)
   A unique blend of historical drama and zombie horror set in 17th-century Korea—praised for its cinematography, political intrigue, and inventive storytelling.

4. The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
   AMC’s cultural phenomenon that defined modern zombie television, spawning multiple spin-offs and an expansive franchise.

5. Santa Clarita Diet (2017–2019)
   A darkly hilarious Netflix horror-comedy starring Drew Barrymore as a suburban housewife turned sentient zombie, balancing humour and gore.

6. iZombie (2015–2019)
   A quirky and clever CW series that blends detective procedural with zombie elements, offering a lighter and more comedic twist to the genre.

7. Black Summer (2019–2021)
   A gritty, intense Netflix companion to Z Nation, focusing on the early chaotic days of the apocalypse with a raw, realistic tone.

8. In the Flesh (2013–2014)
   A thoughtful BBC series about zombies being rehabilitated and reintegrated into society—a fresh, emotionally resonant take on the undead.

9. Ash vs Evil Dead (2015–2018)
   A horror-comedy revival of the Evil Dead franchise, bringing back Bruce Campbell in a bloody, over-the-top showdown against the undead. Top-rated by critics.

10. The Returned (2012)
    A critically acclaimed French series where the dead inexplicably return to life—smart, subtle, and oddly haunting in its interpretation of the genre. Highest-ranked on Rotten Tomatoes for zombie TV.

August 2025