The Dead Next Door
1989, English. Directed by J.R. Bookwalter.
How do you kill something that won't die? Where do you run when they're everywhere?
The government sets up a zombie squad after an epidemic has made the world run rampant with living corpses. The team head off to Ohio to try and find a cure but soon run into a crazy cult of zombie lovers who are set on preserving the walking dead as they believe it's God's will.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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4.8/10 from 78 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- J.R. BookwalterDirector
- Peter FerryRaimi
- Bogdan PecicDr. Moulsson
- Michael GrossiMercer
- Jolie JackunasKuller
- Robert KokaiRev. Jones
- Floyd Ewing Jr.Capt. Kline
- Maria MarkovicAnna
- Jon KilloughVincent / Farmhouse Zombie
- Scott SpiegelRichards
- Michael ToddJason / Van Driver
- J.R. BookwalterLloyds
- Jennifer MullenPowers
Details
- Released
- 10 November 1989
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- J.R. Bookwalter
- Budget
- $75K
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The Dead Next Door: quick answers
Is The Dead Next Door worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.8/10 from 78 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Dead Next Door?
The Dead Next Door runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Does The Dead Next Door have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Dead Next Door. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Dead Next Door parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Dead Next Door is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Dead Next Door on?
The Dead Next Door isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Dead Next Door?
If you liked The Dead Next Door, try The Hunt, God Is a Bullet, Pitfall.
Who directed The Dead Next Door?
The Dead Next Door (1989) was directed by J.R. Bookwalter and stars Peter Ferry, Bogdan Pecic, Michael Grossi.