The Zombie Walks (1968): cast, story & where to watch

1968 · Film · ★ 6.2

The Zombie Walks poster

Released in 1968, The Zombie Walks is a crime and horror film directed by Alfred Vohrer, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. A serial killer who calls himself "The Laughing Corpse" dresses up in a skeleton costume and kills his victims with a poison-filled scorpion-shaped ring.

Who’s in it. The Zombie Walks stars Joachim Fuchsberger as Inspektor Higgins, Siw Mattson as Peggy Ward, Hubert von Meyerinck as Sir Arthur and Wolfgang Kieling as Sir Cecil, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Zombie Walks has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Zombie Walks page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Zombie Walks tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Zombie Walks (1968)?
In US, The Zombie Walks is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Zombie Walks worth watching?
The Zombie Walks holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Zombie Walks?
The Zombie Walks stars Joachim Fuchsberger, Siw Mattson, Hubert von Meyerinck, Wolfgang Kieling and Pinkas Braun.
When was The Zombie Walks released?
The Zombie Walks was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.