The Dead Zone
Johnny Smith is a schoolteacher with his whole life ahead of him but, after leaving his fiancee's home one night, is involved in a car crash which leaves him in a coma for 5 years. When he wakes, he discovers he has an ability to see into the past, present and future life of anyone with whom he comes into physical contact.
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Streaming now in the United States on Paramount Plus Premium, History Vault, and YouTube Free.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Dead Zone
Where can I watch The Dead Zone in the United States?
The Dead Zone is available to stream on Paramount Plus Premium, History Vault, and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Dead Zone on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes. The Dead Zone is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, alongside History Vault and YouTube Free.
Can I watch The Dead Zone for free?
The Dead Zone streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Dead Zone?
The Dead Zone scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Dead Zone?
The Dead Zone stars Christopher Walken, Brooke Adams, Tom Skerritt, Herbert Lom, and Anthony Zerbe. David Cronenberg is the director.
How long is The Dead Zone?
The Dead Zone runs 1h 43m (103 minutes).
When did The Dead Zone come out?
The Dead Zone was released on October 21, 1983.
Which studio made The Dead Zone?
The Dead Zone was produced by The De Laurentiis Company and Lorimar Motion Pictures in the United States and Canada.
What was the budget for The Dead Zone?
The Dead Zone was made on a budget of $10,000,000.
How much did The Dead Zone make at the box office?
The Dead Zone grossed $20,766,616 worldwide, against a budget of $10,000,000.
What languages is The Dead Zone in?
The Dead Zone is in English and Russian, and its original language is English.
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.