The Lazarus Effect movie poster

The Lazarus Effect

"Evil will rise."

January 29, 2015 1h 23m 5.3/10 (1,494 votes)

Originally released in 2015. The Lazarus Effect is a horror/science fiction film. directed by David Gelb. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Mark Duplass, Olivia Wilde, and Donald Glover

Synopsis

Medical researcher Frank, his fiancee Zoe and their team have achieved the impossible: they have found a way to revive the dead. After a successful, but unsanctioned, experiment on a lifeless animal, they are ready to make their work public. However, when their dean learns what they've done, he shuts them down. Zoe is killed during an attempt to recreate the experiment, leading Frank to test the process on her. Zoe is revived -- but something evil is within her.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 29, 2015 10 years ago
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Runtime 1h 23m 83 minutes total
User Rating 5.3/10 Mixed (1,494 votes)
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Budget $3.3M Production budget
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Box Office $64.1M 19.4x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$3,300,000
Revenue
$64,110,728

Production Companies

  • Lionsgate
  • Blumhouse Productions
  • Chapter One Films
  • Relativity Media

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Lazarus Effect about?

Medical researcher Frank, his fiancee Zoe and their team have achieved the impossible: they have found a way to revive the dead. After a successful, but unsanctioned, experiment on a lifeless anima...

Who directed The Lazarus Effect?

The Lazarus Effect was directed by David Gelb.

How long is The Lazarus Effect?

The Lazarus Effect has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).

When was The Lazarus Effect released?

The Lazarus Effect was released on January 29, 2015 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Lazarus Effect?

The main cast of The Lazarus Effect includes Mark Duplass, Olivia Wilde, Donald Glover, Evan Peters, Sarah Bolger.

Is The Lazarus Effect worth watching?

The Lazarus Effect has a user rating of 5.3/10 based on 1,494 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.