As if I didn’t have enough constant reminders that I’m getting up there in age, Focus Features decided to announce today that Edgar Wright’s iconic rom-zom-com (look it up) Shaun of the Dead will be returning to theaters on August 29th in celebration of it’s 20th anniversary.
The film, which will be showing exclusively at Dolby Cinema at AMC Theaters, isn’t just the pre-emanate horror comedy AND a driving reason for the Zombie resurgence/craze of the aughts. No, it’s most important contribution to film is bringing us the holy trinity of Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. While they are beloved I honestly don’t think they get the credit they deserve when it comes to their influence on the zeitgeist. You have to remember 2004 was right when public opinion on being geeky started to sway. It was guys like Wright, Pegg, and Frost that made sure that pendulum swung far enough to get stuck permanently on the “let your geek flag fly!” side.
Shaun of the Dead returns to theaters from August 29th to September 5th, 2024. Check your local AMC theaters to find a participating location or just go here to get your tickets!
From Focus Features:
Focus Features announced today the exciting return of Edgar Wright’s cult classic horror-comedy Shaun of the Dead to theaters across the US in celebration of the film’s 20th anniversary. Beginning August 29th at 7PM, Shaun of the Dead will be re-released exclusively at Dolby Cinema™ at AMC Theatres screens for a limited engagement.The beloved zombie movie will be fully remastered with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for the first time ever, promising audiences the chance to experience Shaun of the Dead like never before. Dolby Cinema allows you to see the subtle details and ultra vivid colors of Dolby Vision™ and hear the immersive sound of Dolby Atmos™. Dolby Cinema is specially designed to elevate every type of movie experience – and Shaun of the Dead is no exception.Said Edgar Wright: “Twenty years ago, the worldwide release of ‘Shaun of the Dead’ changed my life forever. Its reception since then has continued to be incredible, largely due to the passionate fans who have championed it with cricket bats aloft. Now, as we celebrate its bloody 20th anniversary with a brand-new Dolby Atmos and Vision remastered version, I’m beyond excited for everyone to experience it once again on the big screen—the way it was always meant to be seen: large, loud, and with quite a lot of red on it.”In addition to the remastered visuals and sound, Focus Features has released an exclusive film poster that will adorn theaters nationwide along with an all-new 20th anniversary trailer. This fresh artwork captures the essence of the film’s irreverent humor and iconic moments, providing fans with a commemorative keepsake of this special cinematic event.Shaun of the Dead first graced movie screens in 2004, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon and solidifying its place in the annals of horror-comedy history. The film, directed by Edgar Wright and co-written by Wright and Simon Pegg, who also stars alongside Nick Frost, has since amassed a dedicated following who have eagerly awaited its return to the big screen.Universal Pictures International will re-release Shaun of the Dead in cinemas in the UK and Eire from 27th September, available in Dolby Cinema and Dolby Atmos.Check local listings for participating Dolby Cinema at AMC locations and showtimes.
