

Handling the Undead
2024, Norwegian. Directed by Thea Hvistendahl.
On a hot summer day in Oslo, the dead mysteriously awaken, and three families are thrown into chaos when their deceased loved ones come back to them. Who are they, and what do they want?
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Norwegian
- Rated
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- Released
- 9 February 2024
- Original title
- Håndtering av udøde
- Country
- Greece, Norway, Sweden
- Written by
- John Ajvide Lindqvist, Thea Hvistendahl
- Budget
- $5.1M
- Box office
- $105K
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What Handling the Undead is based on
Handling the Undead is adapted from a novel.
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Handling the Undead: quick answers
Is Handling the Undead worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 194 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Handling the Undead?
Handling the Undead runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does Handling the Undead have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Handling the Undead. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Handling the Undead parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Handling the Undead yet.
Which OTT platform is Handling the Undead on?
Handling the Undead isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Handling the Undead?
If you liked Handling the Undead, try Birth/Rebirth, After.Life, Full Circle.
Who directed Handling the Undead?
Handling the Undead (2024) was directed by Thea Hvistendahl and stars Renate Reinsve, Anders Danielsen Lie, Bahar Pars.
What is Handling the Undead based on?
Handling the Undead is adapted from a novel.