Movies like World War Z

This riveting tale of a post-apocalyptic Britain ravaged by a highly contagious virus brings to life a chilling vision of survival. Fans of World War Z will appreciate the intense atmosphere and the visceral depiction of a society undone by a horrifying pandemic.

Starring Will Smith, I Am Legend tells the story of the last man alive in New York City struggling against mutated beings after a disastrous virus sweeps over humanity. Similar to World War Z, it combines elements of isolation with the struggle for survival in a world overrun by infected creatures.

While it lacks the rampant undead, The Road is a powerful exploration of post-apocalyptic survival, focusing on the relationship between a father and his son. Audiences who appreciate the human elements and moral dilemmas of World War Z will find this film equally haunting and thought-provoking.

A re-envisioning of the classic zombie narrative, Dawn of the Dead features a group of survivors taking refuge in a shopping mall amidst a zombie outbreak. Viewers of World War Z will gravitate towards its blend of horror, action, and social commentary.

More grounded in reality than World War Z, Contagion's exploration of a global pandemic's outbreak and its aftermath offers a stark view of society's vulnerability. Its scientific approach and ensemble cast will appeal to those interested in the plausible aspects of global health crises.