If you loved the intense action and gripping survival story of Redcon-1 (2018), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that deliver the same adrenaline-pumping thrills, post-apocalyptic tension, and military grit. Whether you're a fan of zombie outbreaks or tactical warfare, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.
28 Days Later (2002)
Description: A fast-spreading virus transforms humans into rage-filled monsters, forcing survivors to navigate a post-apocalyptic world.
Fact: The film was shot on digital video to give it a gritty, realistic feel. The iconic empty London scenes were filmed early in the morning to avoid traffic.
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Dawn of the Dead (2004)
Description: Survivors of a zombie outbreak take refuge in a shopping mall, facing threats from both the undead and other survivors.
Fact: The film is a remake of George A. Romero's 1978 classic. It was shot in Canada, with the mall scenes filmed in a real, mostly abandoned shopping center.
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The Crazies (2010)
Description: A small town is overrun by a mysterious virus that turns people into violent, mindless killers, leading to a desperate fight for survival.
Fact: The film is a remake of the 1973 George A. Romero movie of the same name. It was shot in Georgia, USA, which doubled as the fictional town of Ogden Marsh.
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I Am Legend (2007)
Description: A man believes he is the last human survivor in New York City, battling nocturnal mutants created by a failed cure for cancer.
Fact: The film features one of the most expensive scenes ever shot in New York City, with a deserted Times Square. It's the third adaptation of Richard Matheson's 1954 novel.
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World War Z (2013)
Description: A global pandemic turns people into aggressive zombies, with a former UN investigator racing against time to find a cure.
Fact: The film's production was plagued with problems, including extensive reshoots and script rewrites. The zombie swarms were created using thousands of CGI extras.
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Zombieland (2009)
Description: A group of survivors navigate a zombie-infested America with a set of humorous rules for staying alive.
Fact: The film features a cameo by Bill Murray as himself. It was one of the first successful zombie comedies, blending horror with humor.
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The Walking Dead (2010)
Description: Survivors of a zombie apocalypse band together to stay alive in a world overrun by the undead, facing both zombies and human threats.
Fact: The show was initially rejected by several networks before AMC picked it up. It became one of the most-watched cable TV series in history.
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Contagion (2011)
Description: A deadly virus spreads rapidly across the world, causing societal collapse and a desperate search for a vaccine.
Fact: The film's scientific accuracy was praised by health experts. The virus in the movie was inspired by real-life outbreaks like SARS and Nipah.
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The Last of Us (2023)
Description: A fungal infection turns humans into aggressive creatures, with a smuggler tasked with escorting a young girl who may hold the key to a cure.
Fact: The series is based on the critically acclaimed video game of the same name. It features some of the largest sets ever built for a TV production.
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Train to Busan (2016)
Description: A group of passengers on a high-speed train must survive a sudden zombie outbreak while traveling through South Korea.
Fact: The film was a massive box office success in South Korea and internationally. It was one of the first Korean zombie films to gain widespread global attention.
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