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The Alien Dead

"The Bodies Are Dead: The Remains Live On…"

June 1, 1980 1h 14m 3.0/10 (32 votes)

Originally released in 1980. The Alien Dead is a horror/science fiction film. directed by Fred Olen Ray. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Buster Crabbe, Ray Roberts, and Linda Lewis

Synopsis

A meteor strikes a houseboat in the swamps near a southern town populated by Yankees with fake accents. The people on the houseboat become zombies who feed on the alligators in the swamp. Once they run out of alligators, they start going for the citizens. A local scientist tries to figure out what's happening to people once they start disappearing.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 1, 1980 45 years ago
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Runtime 1h 14m 74 minutes total
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User Rating 3.0/10 Mixed (32 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Firebird Pictures

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Alien Dead about?

A meteor strikes a houseboat in the swamps near a southern town populated by Yankees with fake accents. The people on the houseboat become zombies who feed on the alligators in the swamp. Once they...

Who directed The Alien Dead?

The Alien Dead was directed by Fred Olen Ray.

How long is The Alien Dead?

The Alien Dead has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).

When was The Alien Dead released?

The Alien Dead was released on June 1, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Alien Dead?

The main cast of The Alien Dead includes Buster Crabbe, Ray Roberts, Linda Lewis, George Kelsey, Mike Bonavia.