Is World War Z scary?

MyCinema has not rated World War Z for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, horror, and science fiction film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.

Where can I watch World War Z in the US?

World War Z streams on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 6 more, is free on Paramount Plus Essential, Kanopy, and The Roku Channel, and can be rented from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and 5 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is World War Z?

World War Z runs 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).

Is World War Z suitable for kids?

World War Z is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

TMDB20131h 56mAction / Horror / Science Fiction

World War Z

Name: World War Z
Genre: Action, Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 2013-06-19
Duration: 116 min

There will come a day when the world we know will end.

Life for former United Nations investigator Gerry Lane and his family seems content. Suddenly, the world is plagued by a mysterious infection turning whole human populations into rampaging mindless zombies. After barely escaping the chaos, Lane is persuaded to go on a mission to investigate this disease. What follows is a perilous trek around the world where Lane must brave horrific dangers and long odds to find answers before human civilization falls.

TMDB audience score

Based on 17,152 votes

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World War Z at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Standard length · 1h 56m

At 1h 56m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Action · Horror · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under action, horror, and science fiction.

US availability

9 subscriptions · 3 free · 8 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 9 subscription services: Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 6 more. Free or ad-supported on Paramount Plus Essential, Kanopy, and The Roku Channel. Listed to rent from 8 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.9 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 17,152 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch World War Z tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 56m.
It is included with Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 6 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 17,152 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about World War Z

Is World War Z scary?: MyCinema has not rated World War Z for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, horror, and science fiction film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch World War Z in the US?: World War Z streams on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 6 more, is free on Paramount Plus Essential, Kanopy, and The Roku Channel, and can be rented from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and 5 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is World War Z?: World War Z runs 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).
Is World War Z suitable for kids?: World War Z is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

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