The Laughing Dead
Synopsis
A busload of travelers and their disgraced priest tour guide, on the hunt for Aztec ruins, decide to stop in a Mexican village on the eve of the Day of the Dead. Unbeknownst to them, a local doctor plans to begin a diabolical ritual intended to bring about Hell on Earth.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
THE LAUGHING DEAD (1989) Trailer for Mayan zombie flick - writer S.P. Somtow's directing debut
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-02-02
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Tim Sullivan
Father Ezechiel O’Sullivan
Wendy Webb
Tessie
Premika Eaton
Laurie
Patrick Roskowick
Ivan
Larry Coven
Wilbur (as Larry Kagen)
Krista Keim
Clarisse
Gregory Frost
Frost
Raymond Ridenour
Dozois
Somtow Sucharitkul
Dr. Um-tzec
Forrest J. Ackerman
Corpse #1
Joey Acedo
Policeman #1
John Anthoni
Acolyte #1
Hank Azcona
Police Sergeant
Bruce Barlow
KuKulcan
George Barnett
Policeman #2
Edward Byrant
Bus Driver
Michel Bustamante
Boy in Graveyard
Matthew De Merritt
Harlan
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Somtow Sucharitkul
- Screenplay & Story
- Somtow Sucharitkul
- Original Score
- Somtow Sucharitkul
- Original Title
- The Laughing Dead
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Skouras Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Somtow Sucharitkul
Somtow Sucharitkul
Somtow Sucharitkul
David Boyd
Rose Anne Weinstein
Wendy Ikeguchi, Somtow Sucharitkul, Lex Nakashima
Department Leadership Roster
Somtow Sucharitkul
Director
Rose Anne Weinstein
Editor
Somtow Sucharitkul
Original Music Composer
Diane Hughes
Production Design
Lex Nakashima
Producer
Kathryn Sanders
Costume Design
Somtow Sucharitkul
Writer
David Boyd
Director of Photography
Phillip Vasels
Production Design
Mark Riccardi
Stunt Coordinator
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Laughing Dead.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Laughing Dead
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Laughing Dead about?
A busload of travelers and their disgraced priest tour guide, on the hunt for Aztec ruins, decide to stop in a Mexican village on the eve of the Day of the Dead. Unbeknownst to them, a local doctor plans to begin a diabolical ritual intended to bring about Hell on Earth.
Who directed The Laughing Dead?
The Laughing Dead was directed by Somtow Sucharitkul.
Who stars in The Laughing Dead?
The principal cast of The Laughing Dead includes Tim Sullivan, Wendy Webb, Premika Eaton, Patrick Roskowick, Larry Coven.
When was The Laughing Dead released and how long is it?
The Laughing Dead was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Laughing Dead?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Laughing Dead was composed by Somtow Sucharitkul.