Pontypool
2009, English. Directed by Bruce McDonald.
Shut up or die.
When disc jockey Grant Mazzy reports to his basement radio station in the Canadian town of Pontypool, he thinks it's just another day at work. But when he hears reports of a virus that turns people into zombies, Mazzy barricades himself in the radio booth and tries to figure out a way to warn his listeners about the virus and its unlikely mode of transmission.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 746 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Pontypool
Pontypool is streaming on Philo in India.
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Cast & crew
- Bruce McDonaldDirector
- Stephen McHattieGrant Mazzy
- Lisa HouleSydney Briar
- Georgina ReillyLaurel-Ann Drummond
- Hrant AlianakDr. Mendez
- Rick RobertsKen Loney (voice)
- Daniel FathersNigel Healing
- Beatriz YusteNancy Freethy
- Boyd BanksJay (Osama)
- Hannah FlemingMaureen (Farraj)
- Laura NordinSpooky Woman
- Rachel BurnsColleen (Daud)
- Tony BurgessTony (Lawrence)
Details
- Released
- 6 March 2009
- Country
- Canada
- Written by
- Tony Burgess
- Budget
- $1.5M
- Box office
- $32K
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News & fan talk
What Pontypool is based on
Pontypool is based on Pontypool Changes Everything, a 1995 novel by Tony Burgess.
Novel · 1995
Pontypool Changes Everything
By Tony Burgess
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Pontypool: quick answers
Is Pontypool worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 746 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Pontypool?
Pontypool runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Pontypool have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Pontypool. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Pontypool parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Pontypool is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Pontypool on?
Pontypool is streaming on Philo in India. (Checked 30 October 2026.)
What movies are like Pontypool?
If you liked Pontypool, try #Alive, 28 Days Later, Rammbock: Berlin Undead.
Who directed Pontypool?
Pontypool (2009) was directed by Bruce McDonald and stars Stephen McHattie, Lisa Houle, Georgina Reilly.
What is Pontypool based on?
Pontypool is based on Pontypool Changes Everything, a 1995 novel by Tony Burgess.