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.

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.

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.