Braindead
"Some things won't stay down... even after they die."
Originally released in 1992. Braindead is a horror/comedy film. directed by Peter Jackson.
Starring Timothy Balme, Diana Peñalver, and Elizabeth Moody
Synopsis
When a Sumatran rat-monkey bites Lionel Cosgrove's mother, she's transformed into a zombie and begins killing (and transforming) the entire town while Lionel races to keep things under control.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 13, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
1h 43m
103 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (1,787 votes)
Budget
$3M
Production budget
Box Office
$242.6K
0.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
New Zealand
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $3,000,000
- Revenue
- $242,623
Production Companies
- WingNut Films
- New Zealand Film Commission
- Avalon/NFU Studios
- Trimark Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Braindead about?
When a Sumatran rat-monkey bites Lionel Cosgrove's mother, she's transformed into a zombie and begins killing (and transforming) the entire town while Lionel races to keep things under control.
Who directed Braindead?
Braindead was directed by Peter Jackson.
How long is Braindead?
Braindead has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
When was Braindead released?
Braindead was released on August 13, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Braindead?
The main cast of Braindead includes Timothy Balme, Diana Peñalver, Elizabeth Moody, Ian Watkin, Brenda Kendall.
Is Braindead worth watching?
Braindead has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 1,787 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.