Night of the Living Dead (1968)
Barbra and Johnny visit their father's grave in a remote cemetery when they are suddenly set upon by zombies. Barbra manages to get away and takes refuge in what seems to be an abandoned farm house. She is soon joined by Ben who stopped at the house in need of gas. Beset by the walking dead all around them Ben does his best to secure the doors and windows. The news reports are grim however with creatures returning to life everywhere. Barbra and Ben are surprised when they realize there are 5 people hiding out in the basement: Harry, Helen and Karen Cooper; and a young couple, Tom and Judy. Dissensions sets in almost immediately with Harry Cooper wanting to be in charge. As their situation deteriorates, their chances of surviving the night lessen minute by minute.
Cast and Crew:
Director(s):
George A. Romero
Writer(s):
John A. Russo, George A. Romero
Starring:
Duane Jones, Judith O'Dea, Karl Hardman, Marilyn Eastman, Keith Wayne, Judith Ridley, Kyra Schon, Charles Craig, S. William Hinzman, George Kosana, Frank Doak, Bill Cardille, A.C. McDonald, Samuel R. Solito, Mark Ricci, Lee Hartman, Jack Givens, Rudy Ricci, Paula Richards, John Simpson, Herbert Summer, Richard Ricci, William Burchinal, Ross Harris, Al Croft, Jason Richards, Dave James, Sharon Carroll, William Mogush, Steve Hutsko, Joann Michaels, Phillip Smith, Ella Mae Smith, Randy Burr, Jeannie Anderson, Norma Beardsley, William H. Bell, David Craig, Terry Gindele, Robert Harvey, Betty Ellen Haughey, Dick Heckard, John Kirch, Roger McGovern, Tony Pantanella, George A. Romero, Jack Rozzo, John A. Russo, Kimberly Schafer, Gary Streiner, Josephine Streiner, Russell Streiner, Regis Survinski, Vincent D. Survinski, Bob Wolcott
Producer(s):
Karl Hardman, Russell Streiner
Release Info:
Release Date: October 1, 1968 (USA) | Length: 96 min | Genre: Drama, Horror, Zombies | MPAA Rating: NR