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World War Z 2013

“There will come a day when the world we know will end.”

★ 6.8/10 · 16,735 votes PG-13 ActionHorrorScience Fiction Released
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What is World War Z?

World War Z is a 2013 American action horror film directed by Marc Forster. The film stars Brad Pitt as Gerry Lane, a former United Nations investigator who embarks on a dangerous global mission during a zombie pandemic.

Type
Film
Year
2013
Status
Released
Runtime
116 minutes
Release date
Jun 19, 2013
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
GK Films, Paramount Pictures, Hemisphere Media Capital
Budget
$200,000,000
Revenue
$531,865,000
Genres
Action, Horror, Science Fiction
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World War Z is a 2013 American action horror film directed by Marc Forster. The film stars Brad Pitt as Gerry Lane, a former United Nations investigator who embarks on a dangerous global mission during a zombie pandemic. The story begins when Lane and his family are caught in the chaos of a sudden outbreak that turns humans into aggressive, mindless zombies. After narrowly escaping the initial attack, Lane is recruited to investigate the source of the infection. His journey takes him across the world as he attempts to uncover how the disease spreads and how it might be stopped. The film focuses on his efforts to locate a solution before the outbreak leads to the collapse of human civilization. It features Pitt alongside actors including Mireille Enos, Daniella Kertesz, and James Badge Dale. The movie presents a fast-paced narrative centered on survival and global crisis response. It was released to international audiences and later became available on streaming platforms. The plot emphasizes large-scale peril and the protagonist's race against time.

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Should you watch it?

“A former investigator traverses the globe to stop a pandemic turning humans into rampaging zombies.”

Reasons to watch
  • high-stakes global scope
  • fast-paced action
Keep in mind
  • intense sequences of peril
  • grim subject matter

Watch it if you enjoy high-stakes survival stories set against a collapsing global civilization.

The film contains intense depictions of chaotic violence and frightening infected creatures.

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What is the film about?

A former investigator attempts to find the source of a mysterious infection that turns people into zombies.

Who is the main character?

The story follows Gerry Lane, a former United Nations investigator.

What happens to the world?

The world is plagued by a mysterious infection that is turning human populations into rampaging zombies.

What is the protagonist's mission?

He is tasked with investigating the disease to prevent the collapse of human civilization.

Is the film action-oriented?

Yes, the protagonist must brave horrific dangers and perilous situations throughout his global trek.