38 Movies You’ll Love If You Like Shaun of the Dead (2004)

Zombieland uses comedic storytelling to tackle a zombie outbreak, much like Shaun of the Dead. This film stands out for its inventive humor, memorable characters, and a clever approach to survival, making it both entertaining and fast-paced for fans of horror-infused comedies.

Columbus has made a habit of running from what scares him. Tallahassee doesn't have fears. If he did, he'd kick their ever-living ass. In a world overrun by zombies, these two are perfectly evolved survivors. But now, they're about to stare down the most terrifying prospect of all: each other. Zombieland is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 28m runtime, released in 2009 with an average rating of 7.3 by 13,342 people. The movie made an estimated total of $102,391,540 in the box office.

The Return of the Living Dead is included because of its bold, irreverent approach to undead chaos, giving a horror-comedy blend that stands apart for its campy moments and energetic atmosphere, offering a cult classic experience within the zombie-comedy subgenre.

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. The Return of the Living Dead is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 31m runtime, released in 1985 with an average rating of 7.2 by 2,330 people. The movie made an estimated total of $14,241,310 in the box office.

Night of the Creeps earns a spot through its blend of infectious humor and horror. The film builds its own quirky legacy with inventive set pieces and a playful attitude, making it a standout for those drawn to unconventional fright with a wink.

In 1959, an alien experiment crashes to earth and infects a fraternity member. They freeze the body, but in the modern day, two geeks pledging a fraternity accidentally thaw the corpse, which proceeds to infect the campus with parasites that transform their hosts into killer zombies. Night of the Creeps is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 28m runtime, released in 1986 with an average rating of 6.8 by 598 people. The movie made an estimated total of $591,366 in the box office.

One Cut of the Dead presents a distinct comedic spin on the zombie genre using an innovative narrative structure. Its surprising storytelling and charm provide an unexpected moviegoing journey, rewarding audiences with both laughter and genre-savvy twists.

Real zombies arrive and terrorize the crew of a zombie film being shot in an abandoned warehouse, said to be the site of military experiments on humans. One Cut of the Dead is a movie from Japan in Japanese, with a total 1h 36m runtime, released in 2017 with an average rating of 7.6 by 1,013 people. The movie made an estimated total of $27,590,180 in the box office.

Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse is featured for its adolescent perspective on survival amidst the undead. The film's playful inventiveness and energetic sense of mischief distinguish it, especially for those seeking a youthful, raucous approach to horror-comedy.

Three scouts and lifelong friends join forces with one badass cocktail waitress to become the world’s most unlikely team of heroes. When their peaceful town is ravaged by a zombie invasion, they’ll fight for the badge of a lifetime and put their scouting skills to the test to save mankind from the undead. Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 33m runtime, released in 2015 with an average rating of 6.6 by 2,162 people. The movie made an estimated total of $14,900,000 in the box office.

Juan of the Dead appears here because it cleverly situates a zombie outbreak within a localized, everyday setting, evoking the cleverness of Shaun of the Dead. It delivers its own sharp cultural commentary and irreverent charm throughout the undead mayhem.

While Havana is full of zombies hungry for human flesh, official media reported that the disturbances are caused by dissidents paid by the United States. Panic seizes all until Juan comes to the rescue: he discovers he can kill the undead destroying his brain, and decides to start a small business under the slogan "We kill your loved ones." Juan of the Dead is a movie from Spain in Spanish, with a total 1h 36m runtime, released in 2011 with an average rating of 6.2 by 303 people. The movie made an estimated total of $324,834 in the box office.

Myrna's Deal with the Dead stands out for incorporating horror and comedy elements in a way that brings a fresh perspective to the genre. Anticipation for its unique approach makes it an intriguing addition to the comedic zombie film landscape.

In the seventh installment of this telenovela-style comedy series, Myrna is desperately searching for Baby Oscur, the missing heir to the family fortune—stolen by her arch-nemesis, Kittay. Out of options and at her wits’ end, Myrna seeks help from her longtime friend Dixie Longate, a psychic whose séances offer a hilariously unconventional path to the truth. A wild journey to Texas sets off a chain of unexpected revelations as Myrna uncovers not only the mystery of Baby Oscur’s whereabouts, but surprising truths about herself. Secrets unravel, loyalties shift, and—as always in Myrna’s chaotic world—another unfortunate soul ends up dead Myrna's Deal with the Dead is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 50m runtime, released in 2026 with an average rating of 0.0 by 0 people.

Cooties leverages a schoolyard setting for its outbreak, infusing horror with a youthful, irreverent streak. What distinguishes the film is its energetic pacing and commitment to dark humor, resulting in a delightfully subversive undead comedy.

A mysterious virus hits an isolated elementary school, transforming the kids into a feral swarm of mass savages. An unlikely hero must lead a motley band of teachers in the fight of their lives. Cooties is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 28m runtime, released in 2014 with an average rating of 5.9 by 824 people. The movie made an estimated total of $581,011 in the box office.

Little Monsters earns inclusion for its playful, comedic confrontation with zombies. The film's lively cast and inventive scenarios offer a charming blend of chaos and heart, making it an enjoyable watch for those who appreciate offbeat horror-comedies.

A washed-up musician teams up with a teacher and a kids show personality to protect young children from a sudden outbreak of zombies. Little Monsters is a movie from Australia in English, with a total 1h 34m runtime, released in 2019 with an average rating of 6.5 by 759 people.

Anna and the Apocalypse is featured due to its unabashed genre-mashing, mixing musical numbers with zombie terror and comic timing. This unique combination makes for a fresh and memorable experience, offering an unpredictable and spirited take on the undead.

A zombie apocalypse threatens the sleepy town of Little Haven—at Christmas—forcing Anna and her friends to fight, slash, and sing their way to survival. In a desperate race to reach their loved ones, they soon learn that no one is safe in this new world, and with civilization falling apart around them, the only people they can truly rely on are each other. Anna and the Apocalypse is a movie from United Kingdom in English, with a total 1h 37m runtime, released in 2018 with an average rating of 6.0 by 447 people. The movie made an estimated total of $673,523 in the box office.

Fido lands on this list for reimagining the zombie as part of everyday existence, blending humor with social satire. The film entertains with its off-kilter worldbuilding and quirky charm, providing an imaginative spin within the horror-comedy realm.

Timmy Robinson's best friend in the whole wide world is a six-foot tall rotting zombie named Fido. But when Fido eats the next-door neighbor, Mom and Dad hit the roof, and Timmy has to go to the ends of the earth to keep Fido a part of the family. A boy-and-his-dog movie for grown ups, "Fido" will rip your heart out. Fido is a movie from Canada in English, with a total 1h 32m runtime, released in 2006 with an average rating of 6.4 by 494 people. The movie made an estimated total of $426,224 in the box office.

The Dead Don't Die takes a distinctly deadpan path through zombie territory, weaving understated humor with apocalyptic oddities. Its unhurried pace and ensemble cast contribute to a quirky atmosphere that distinguishes it among modern undead comedies.

In the sleepy town of Centerville, the lives of a number of interconnected characters are disrupted by the undead. The Dead Don't Die is a movie from Japan in English, with a total 1h 44m runtime, released in 2019 with an average rating of 5.4 by 2,894 people. The movie made an estimated total of $15,325,468 in the box office.

Attacking the Devil: Harold Evans and the Last Nazi War Crime diverges from genre expectations, offering a departure from zombie narratives. Its place here comes from being a thought-provoking documentary experience, presenting a different type of engaging storytelling.

Before the internet. Before social media. Before breaking news. The victims of Thalidomide had to rely on something even more extraordinary to fight their corner: Investigative journalism. This is the story of how Harold Evans fought and won the battle of his and many other lives. Attacking the Devil: Harold Evans and the Last Nazi War Crime is a movie from United Kingdom in English, with a total 1h 39m runtime, released in 2014 with an average rating of 7.8 by 17 people.

Life After Beth explores the comedic possibilities of love intersecting with the undead, using character relationships as its comic engine. The film delivers a blend of awkward romance and offbeat scenarios, creating a uniquely personal twist on zombie comedy.

Zach is devastated by the unexpected death of his girlfriend, Beth. When she mysteriously returns, he gets a second chance at love. Soon his whole world turns upside down... Life After Beth is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 29m runtime, released in 2014 with an average rating of 5.5 by 732 people. The movie made an estimated total of $88,273 in the box office.

What We Do in the Shadows secures a spot through its witty, character-driven mockumentary approach to supernatural beings. Its hilarious perspective and eccentric cast make it an engaging comedy for anyone interested in seeing new angles on horror universes.

Vampire housemates try to cope with the complexities of modern life and show a newly turned hipster some of the perks of being undead. What We Do in the Shadows is a movie from New Zealand in English, with a total 1h 26m runtime, released in 2014 with an average rating of 7.5 by 4,002 people. The movie made an estimated total of $6,300,000 in the box office.

Boy Eats Girl merges teenage angst with a horror-comedy sensibility, capturing the spirit of genre-blending seen in Shaun of the Dead. The film’s inventive premise and offbeat tone offer a different, youth-centered comedic experience.

A boy declares his love for his girlfriend, only to die the same night. He is brought back to life by his mother as a flesh-craving zombie, who sires more teen undead while trying to control his, er, appetite for his beloved. Boy Eats Girl is a movie from Ireland in English, with a total 1h 20m runtime, released in 2005 with an average rating of 4.9 by 55 people.

Warm Bodies offers a romantic perspective on the undead through a refreshingly comedic lens. Its heartfelt approach sets it apart, delivering charm and unexpected warmth, making it a memorable entry in the horror-comedy crossover space.

After a zombie becomes involved with the girlfriend of one of his victims, their romance sets in motion a sequence of events that might transform the entire lifeless world. Warm Bodies is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 38m runtime, released in 2013 with an average rating of 6.5 by 6,448 people. The movie made an estimated total of $117,000,000 in the box office.

Cockneys vs Zombies is present for situating its zombie outbreak within London, echoing the local flavor of Shaun of the Dead. The film’s distinctive British humor and lively pace make it a vibrant addition to the comedic horror tradition.

A group of Cockneys arm themselves to rescue their elderly relative and his retirement home friends who are trapped and fighting off a zombie attack during a zombie apocalypse in the East End of London. Cockneys vs Zombies is a movie from United Kingdom in English, with a total 1h 28m runtime, released in 2012 with an average rating of 5.7 by 463 people.

Planet Terror finds its way onto this list for its over-the-top approach to horror blended with black comedy. Energetic and gleefully outrageous, the film captivates anyone seeking a wild, tongue-in-cheek action-horror experience.

Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry Darling, a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray lead a team of accidental warriors into the night. Planet Terror is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 45m runtime, released in 2007 with an average rating of 6.7 by 3,909 people. The movie made an estimated total of $11,446,172 in the box office.

Severance is included for its use of workplace misadventure as a springboard for horror-comedy, offering a departure from the traditional zombie setting. Unique character dynamics and suspenseful humor define its memorable story.

Seven employees of an international weapons manufacturer are treated to a team-building weekend at the company’s newly built luxury spa lodge. Things quickly go awry as the colleagues find their corporate weekend sabotaged by a deadly enemy. Severance is a movie from in English, with a total 1h 36m runtime, released in 2006 with an average rating of 6.3 by 683 people. The movie made an estimated total of $5,515,163 in the box office.

The World's End is recognized due to its blend of pub-centric camaraderie and apocalyptic threat, reminiscent of Shaun of the Dead. This film stands out thanks to sharp wit and genre-bending narrative, balancing friendship with end-of-the-world stakes.

Five friends who reunite in an attempt to top their epic pub crawl from 20 years earlier unwittingly become humankind's only hope for survival. The World's End is a movie from United Kingdom in English, with a total 1h 49m runtime, released in 2013 with an average rating of 6.8 by 5,978 people. The movie made an estimated total of $46,100,000 in the box office.

Black Sheep takes a rural horror premise and infuses it with irreverent humor, presenting a creature feature with unexpected laughter. Its outlandish situations and comedic tone make it a fun deviation within the horror-comedy sphere.

After a childhood prank by his brother Angus causes Henry to develop a phobia of sheep, he must step up to the onslaught of a genetically-mutated man-eating flock with the help of his friend and a young environmentalist. Black Sheep is a movie from New Zealand in English, with a total 1h 26m runtime, released in 2006 with an average rating of 5.8 by 836 people. The movie made an estimated total of $5,000,000 in the box office.

Housebound arrives in this list for crafting a suspenseful and funny story within an unconventional haunted setting. The intertwining of tension and humor delivers an enjoyable combination that lingers beyond simple scares.

When Kylie Bucknell is sentenced to home detention, she's forced to come to terms with her unsociable behaviour, her blabbering mother and a hostile spirit who seems less than happy about the new living arrangement. Housebound is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 51m runtime, released in 2014 with an average rating of 6.6 by 926 people.

Dead Snow distinguishes itself by mixing horror with comic absurdity through its outlandish premise. The film’s genre-bending moments and energetic action ensure an experience that is both thrilling and amusing for horror enthusiasts.

Eight medical students on a ski trip to Norway discover that Hitler's horrors live on when they come face to face with a battalion of zombie Nazi soldiers intent on devouring anyone unfortunate enough to wander into the remote mountains where they were once sent to die. Dead Snow is a movie from Norway in Norwegian, with a total 1h 28m runtime, released in 2009 with an average rating of 6.0 by 1,251 people. The movie made an estimated total of $2,166,797 in the box office.

Stalled utilizes the confined space of its setting to deliver both horror and hilarious situations. The inventive use of a single location makes for a uniquely tense yet comedic narrative that stands out in the genre.

A janitor gets trapped in a women's restroom and encounters an all-out attack by a horde of zombies. Stalled is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 24m runtime, released in 2013 with an average rating of 4.8 by 69 people.

Extra Ordinary is included for its offbeat sense of humor and its supernatural comedic narrative. Its charming characters and quirky sensibility provide a distinctive take on the intersection of creepy and funny.

A driving instructor must use her other-worldly gifts to save a lonely man’s daughter from a rock star looking to use her for Satanic purposes. Extra Ordinary is a movie from Ireland in English, with a total 1h 34m runtime, released in 2019 with an average rating of 6.4 by 280 people.

Attack the Block introduces a community under siege by otherworldly threats and injects sharp humor into the action. Its urban setting and energetic pace contribute to a captivating and original ride in genre cinema.

A South London teen gang must team up with the other residents of their housing estate to protect the neighbourhood from a terrifying alien invasion. Attack the Block is a movie from United Kingdom in English, with a total 1h 28m runtime, released in 2011 with an average rating of 6.5 by 2,317 people. The movie made an estimated total of $6,333,688 in the box office.

Pride and Prejudice and Zombies finds a spot here for audaciously blending classic literature with zombie horror and comedy. The bold mash-up delivers novel situations and playful parody, resulting in an entertaining and unusual hybrid.

A zombie outbreak has fallen upon the land in this reimagining of Jane Austen's classic tale of the tangled relationships between lovers from different social classes in 19th century England. Feisty heroine Elizabeth Bennet is a master of martial arts and weaponry and the handsome Mr. Darcy is a fierce zombie killer, yet the epitome of upper class prejudice. As the zombie outbreak intensifies, they must swallow their pride and join forces on the blood-soaked battlefield in order to conquer the undead once and for all. Pride and Prejudice and Zombies is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 48m runtime, released in 2016 with an average rating of 6.2 by 2,339 people. The movie made an estimated total of $16,457,494 in the box office.

Bloodsucking Bastards uses a workplace environment to create comedic tension in a horror structure, offering an original spin on supernatural encounters. The film stands out for its witty dialogue and ensemble chemistry.

A down on his luck cubicle worker and his slacker best friend discover their new boss is a vampire who is turning their coworkers into the un-dead. Bloodsucking Bastards is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 24m runtime, released in 2015 with an average rating of 5.5 by 208 people.

Deathgasm energizes the horror-comedy genre by intertwining extreme music culture with supernatural mayhem. Its raucous tone and over-the-top moments set it apart as a wild, uniquely spirited entry.

Two teenage boys unwittingly summon an ancient evil entity known as The Blind One by delving into black magic while trying to escape their mundane lives. Deathgasm is a movie from New Zealand in English, with a total 1h 26m runtime, released in 2015 with an average rating of 6.2 by 656 people. The movie made an estimated total of $14,685 in the box office.

The Voices positions itself with a blend of dark comedy and horror, leveraging an off-kilter protagonist for unpredictable storytelling. The film’s quirky style and singular perspective offer a memorable, twisted comedic journey.

A mentally unhinged factory worker must decide whether to listen to his talking cat and become a killer, or follow his dog's advice to keep striving for normalcy. The Voices is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 44m runtime, released in 2014 with an average rating of 6.3 by 1,936 people. The movie made an estimated total of $2,243,672 in the box office.

The Cottage is included for its criminal caper backdrop colliding with horror and humor, creating unexpected and darkly funny situations. This film’s genre-blending approach distinguishes it with surprise and originality.

In a remote part of the countryside, a bungled kidnapping turns into a living nightmare for four central characters when they cross paths with a psychopathic farmer and all hell breaks loose. The Cottage is a movie from United Kingdom in English, with a total 1h 32m runtime, released in 2008 with an average rating of 6.0 by 261 people.

Grabbers qualifies for its mix of horror and surreal comedy within a small community setting. The film delights with offbeat monster encounters and inventive twists, offering a lighthearted yet suspenseful genre experience.

Something sinister has come to the shores of Erin Island, unbeknownst to the quaint population of this sleepy fishing village resting somewhere off Ireland’s coast. First, some fishermen go missing. Then there is the rash of whale carcasses suddenly washing up on the beach. When the murders start, it’s up to two mismatched cops – an irresponsible alcoholic and his new partner, a by-the-book woman from the mainland – to protect the townsfolk from the giant, bloodsucking, tentacled aliens that prey upon them. Their only weapon, they discover, is booze. If they want to survive the creatures’ onslaught, everyone will have to get very, very drunk! Grabbers is a movie from Ireland in English, with a total 1h 34m runtime, released in 2012 with an average rating of 6.1 by 522 people. The movie made an estimated total of $427,335 in the box office.

Tucker and Dale vs. Evil stands out for upending genre expectations by playing with misunderstandings and reversals in a horror setting. Its clever writing and sympathetic characters produce a uniquely charming comedic-horror experience.

Two hillbillies are suspected of being killers by a group of paranoid college kids camping near the duo's West Virginian cabin. As the body count climbs, so does the fear and confusion as the college kids try to seek revenge against the pair. Tucker and Dale vs. Evil is a movie from Canada in English, with a total 1h 29m runtime, released in 2010 with an average rating of 7.4 by 3,243 people. The movie made an estimated total of $5,224,938 in the box office.

Dead & Breakfast is included thanks to its playful blend of horror and comedy in a confined location, resulting in outlandish gags and musical interludes. The film provides a quirky, memorable take on the undead gathering trope.

Six friends on a road trip stop for the night at a bed and breakfast in the sleepy town of Lovelock. After a night that leaves both the inn's owner and chef dead, the gang finds themselves under suspicion by the local sheriff. But that's only the beginning as nearly all of the town's quirky residents become possessed by an evil spirit and pin down the friends inside the B&B. Dead & Breakfast is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 28m runtime, released in 2004 with an average rating of 5.5 by 110 people.

Dance of the Dead mixes youthful exuberance with undead horror, drawing on prom night chaos for comedic effect. The film’s energetic pacing and commitment to its absurd premise make it a standout among teen horror-comedies.

With Prom only hours away, the usual suspects of Cosa High (Cheerleaders, geeks, bad boys and the happy-go-lucky student council alike) are preoccupied with the annual rituals of teendom. On the night of the big dance when the dead unexpectedly rise to eat the living, polar opposite groups will be forced to unite in their final chance to save the town from the zombies. Dance of the Dead is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 27m runtime, released in 2008 with an average rating of 5.7 by 222 people.

The Revenant brings an undead protagonist into a comedic journey, blending horror with unexpected friendship. The movie’s originality and distinctive tone ensure it leaves a distinct impression within the horror-comedy niche.

A horror movie/buddy comedy about Joey and his undead friend Bart who comes back from the dead as a revenant: an articulate zombie that needs to drink blood to arrest the decomposition of his body. The Revenant is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 57m runtime, released in 2009 with an average rating of 6.2 by 276 people.

DeadHeads features sentient zombies on a comedic adventure, adding a twist to the typical undead narrative. Its road-movie structure and playful sense of oddity establish it as a memorable and unusual take on zombie humor.

Two inexplicably coherent zombies awake amidst a zombie attack and decide to take a road trip to find the one's lost love, unaware they are being chased by the agents of a ruthless company with its own agenda. DeadHeads is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 35m runtime, released in 2011 with an average rating of 5.1 by 113 people.