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We Bury the Dead

"Volunteers needed."

January 1, 2026 1h 35m 6.4/10 (15 votes)

Released in January 2026. We Bury the Dead is a horror/thriller film. directed by Zak Hilditch.

Starring Daisy Ridley, Brenton Thwaites, and Mark Coles Smith

Synopsis

After a catastrophic military disaster, the dead don't just rise—they hunt. The military insists they are harmless and slow-moving, offering hope to grieving families. But when Ava enters a quarantine zone searching for her missing husband, she uncovers the horrifying truth: the undead are growing more violent, more relentless, and more dangerous with every passing hour.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 2026 Released this month
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (15 votes)
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Box Office $1.3M Worldwide gross
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Language English Original language
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Country Australia + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Revenue
$1,340,000

Production Companies

  • Campfire Studios
  • Gramercy Park Media
  • Lotterywest
  • ScreenWest
  • Screen Australia
  • The Penguin Empire

Frequently Asked Questions

What is We Bury the Dead about?

After a catastrophic military disaster, the dead don't just rise—they hunt. The military insists they are harmless and slow-moving, offering hope to grieving families. But when Ava enters a quara...

Who directed We Bury the Dead?

We Bury the Dead was directed by Zak Hilditch.

How long is We Bury the Dead?

We Bury the Dead has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was We Bury the Dead released?

We Bury the Dead was released on January 1, 2026 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in We Bury the Dead?

The main cast of We Bury the Dead includes Daisy Ridley, Brenton Thwaites, Mark Coles Smith, Matt Whelan, Chloe Hurst.