The Return of the Living Dead
Two employees at a medical supply warehouse accidentally release a toxic gas from a misplaced top-secret U.S. Army shipment, causing the dead to rise from a nearby cemetery with an insatiable hunger for human brains.
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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, and Kanopy.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Frequently asked questions about The Return of the Living Dead
Where can I watch The Return of the Living Dead in the United States?
The Return of the Living Dead is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, and Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Return of the Living Dead for free?
The Return of the Living Dead streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Return of the Living Dead?
The Return of the Living Dead scores 7.2 on The Movie Database, 7.3 on IMDb, and 80% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in The Return of the Living Dead?
The Return of the Living Dead stars Clu Gulager, James Karen, Don Calfa, Thom Mathews, and Miguel A. Núñez Jr.. Dan O'Bannon is the director.
How long is The Return of the Living Dead?
The Return of the Living Dead runs 1h 31m (91 minutes).
When did The Return of the Living Dead come out?
The Return of the Living Dead was released on April 25, 1985.
Which studio made The Return of the Living Dead?
The Return of the Living Dead was produced by Hemdale Film Corporation, Fox Films Ltd., and Cinema 84 in the United Kingdom and the United States.
What was the budget for The Return of the Living Dead?
The Return of the Living Dead was made on a budget of $4,000,000.
How much did The Return of the Living Dead make at the box office?
The Return of the Living Dead grossed $14,241,310 worldwide, against a budget of $4,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.