The Walking Dead
“HE DIED a man with a hunger to love... and returned a monster with an instinct to kill.”
Synopsis
Down-on-his-luck John Ellman is framed for a judge's murder. After he's convicted and sentenced to death, witnesses come forth and prove his innocence. But it was too late for a stay to be granted and Ellman is executed. A doctor uses an experimental procedure to restore him to life, though the full outcome is other than expected.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Ellman's Brought Back to LifeOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2025-10-16
Top Cast
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Boris Karloff
John Ellman
Ricardo Cortez
Nolan
Edmund Gwenn
Dr. Evan Beaumont
Marguerite Churchill
Nancy
Warren Hull
Jimmy
Barton MacLane
Loder
Henry O'Neill
District Attorney Werner
Joe King
Judge Roger Shaw
Addison Richards
Prison Warden
Paul Harvey
Blackstone
Robert Strange
Merritt
Joe Sawyer
'Trigger' Smith
Eddie Acuff
'Betcha'
Kenneth Harlan
Stephen Martin
Miki Morita
Loder's Butler Sako
Ruth Robinson
Mrs. Shaw
George Beranger
Nolan's Butler (uncredited)
Wade Boteler
Cellist's Guard (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1936
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Curtiz
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Milne, Ewart Adamson, Lillie Hayward, Robert Hardy Andrews
- Original Score
- Bernhard Kaun
- Original Title
- The Walking Dead
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Curtiz
Peter Milne, Ewart Adamson, Lillie Hayward, Robert Hardy Andrews, Joseph Fields
Bernhard Kaun
Hal Mohr
Thomas Pratt
Louis F. Edelman, Hal B. Wallis
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Milne
Screenplay
Ewart Adamson
Screenplay
Lillie Hayward
Screenplay
Orry-Kelly
Costume Design
Hal Mohr
Director of Photography
Michael Curtiz
Director
Robert Hardy Andrews
Screenplay
Louis F. Edelman
Producer
Thomas Pratt
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Walking Dead.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Walking Dead
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Walking Dead about?
Down-on-his-luck John Ellman is framed for a judge's murder. After he's convicted and sentenced to death, witnesses come forth and prove his innocence. But it was too late for a stay to be granted and Ellman is executed. A doctor uses an experimental procedure to restore him to life, though the full outcome is other than expected.
Who directed The Walking Dead?
The Walking Dead was directed by Michael Curtiz.
Who stars in The Walking Dead?
The principal cast of The Walking Dead includes Boris Karloff, Ricardo Cortez, Edmund Gwenn, Marguerite Churchill, Warren Hull.
When was The Walking Dead released and how long is it?
The Walking Dead was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.
Who composed the musical score for The Walking Dead?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Walking Dead was composed by Bernhard Kaun.