City of the Living Dead
"From the bowels of the Earth they came... to collect the living!"
Originally released in 1980. City of the Living Dead is a horror film. directed by Lucio Fulci.
Starring Christopher George, Catriona MacColl, and Carlo De Mejo
Synopsis
A woman seemingly dies of fright after participating in a séance where she sees a vision of a Dunwich priest hanging himself in a church cemetery. New York City reporter Peter Bell investigates and learns that the priest's suicide has somehow opened a portal to Hell and must be sealed by All Saints Day, or else the dead will overtake humanity.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 11, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (430 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Top Cast
Christopher George
as Peter Bell
Catriona MacColl
as Mary Woodhouse
Carlo De Mejo
as Gerry
Giovanni Lombardo Radice
as Bob
Janet Ågren
as Sandra
Antonella Interlenghi
as Emily Robbins
Daniela Doria
as Rosie Kelvin
Fabrizio Jovine
as Father William Thomas
Luca Venantini
as John-John Robbins
Michele Soavi
as Tommy Fisher
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Medusa Distribuzione
- Dania Film
- National Cinematografica
Frequently Asked Questions
What is City of the Living Dead about?
A woman seemingly dies of fright after participating in a séance where she sees a vision of a Dunwich priest hanging himself in a church cemetery. New York City reporter Peter Bell investigates an...
Who directed City of the Living Dead?
City of the Living Dead was directed by Lucio Fulci.
How long is City of the Living Dead?
City of the Living Dead has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was City of the Living Dead released?
City of the Living Dead was released on August 11, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in City of the Living Dead?
The main cast of City of the Living Dead includes Christopher George, Catriona MacColl, Carlo De Mejo, Giovanni Lombardo Radice, Janet Ågren.
Is City of the Living Dead worth watching?
City of the Living Dead has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 430 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.