Movies like The Return of the Living Dead

Shaun of the Dead is a British take on the zombie-comedy genre that fans of The Return of the Living Dead will appreciate for its witty humor and affectionate homage to zombie films. Follow Shaun as he attempts to navigate zombified London to save his loved ones.

Zombieland combines wit, a bit of emotion, and plenty of action in a post-apocalyptic world, creating a tone that fans of The Return of the Living Dead will find familiar. It is an enjoyable ride with a memorable cast and innovative rules for surviving the undead apocalypse.

Evil Dead II is a horror-comedy that delivers the same over-the-top, gruesome laughs as The Return of the Living Dead. Ash Williams' fight against the undead, complete with slapstick comedy and blood-curdling scares, makes it an iconic entry in the genre.

While not a zombie movie, Fright Night shares the '80s horror-comedy spirit with The Return of the Living Dead. This tale of a teenager convinced his neighbor is a vampire offers a blend of thrills, chills, and chuckles.

Bringing a heavy dose of dark humor and gore, Re-Animator captures a similar tone to The Return of the Living Dead. Adapted from H.P. Lovecraft's work, the film follows a mad scientist as he brings the dead back to life, with chaotic consequences.

Night of the Creeps combines horror and comedy, much like The Return of the Living Dead. It delivers a fun, campy experience featuring college students battling an alien zombie onslaught, complete with quotable one-liners and B-movie charm.