The Dead Are Alive (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1972, The Dead Are Alive is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Armando Crispino, running about 105 minutes. “There's No Place To Hide When The Dead Are Alive!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A photographer on an archaeological expedition digging up Etruscan ruins in Italy begins to suspect that not all the Etruscans buried there are actually dead.
Who’s in it. The Dead Are Alive stars Alex Cord as Jason Porter, Samantha Eggar as Myra Shelton, John Marley as Nikos Samarakis and Enzo Tarascio as Inspector Giuranna, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Dead Are Alive has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dead Are Alive page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dead Are Alive tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dead Are Alive (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dead Are Alive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dead Are Alive worth watching?
- The Dead Are Alive holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dead Are Alive?
- The Dead Are Alive stars Alex Cord, Samantha Eggar, John Marley, Enzo Tarascio and Nadja Tiller.
- When was The Dead Are Alive released?
- The Dead Are Alive was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.