Pontypool (2009)
Pontypool is a 2009 horror movie directed by Bruce McDonald, with a running time of 1h 36m. It stars Stephen McHattie, Lisa Houle and Georgina Reilly.
When disc jockey Grant Mazzy reports to his basement radio station in the Canadian town of Pontypool, he thinks it's just another day at work. But when he hears reports of a virus that turns people into zombies, Mazzy barricades himself in the radio booth and tries to figure out a way to warn his listeners about the virus and its unlikely mode of transmission.
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What is Pontypool about?
When disc jockey Grant Mazzy reports to his basement radio station in the Canadian town of Pontypool, he thinks it's just another day at work. But when he hears reports of a virus that turns people into zombies, Mazzy barricades himself in the radio booth and tries to figure out a way to warn his listeners about the virus and its unlikely mode of transmission.
When was Pontypool released?
Pontypool was released on 6 March 2009.
How long is Pontypool?
Pontypool runs 1h 36m.
Who made Pontypool?
Pontypool was directed by Bruce McDonald.
Where can I watch Pontypool?
Pontypool is available on Philo.
Where to watch Pontypool
Stream: Philo
Cast
- Stephen McHattie as Grant Mazzy
- Lisa Houle as Sydney Briar
- Georgina Reilly as Laurel-Ann Drummond
- Hrant Alianak as Dr. Mendez
- Rick Roberts as Ken Loney (voice)
- Daniel Fathers as Nigel Healing
- Beatriz Yuste as Nancy Freethy
- Boyd Banks as Jay (Osama)
- Hannah Fleming as Maureen (Farraj)
- Laura Nordin as Spooky Woman
- Rachel Burns as Colleen (Daud)
- Tony Burgess as Tony (Lawrence)
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