Pontypool
- Horror
- Mystery
- Science Fiction
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.
Pontypool is a 2009 Canadian horror-mystery film about a radio DJ who discovers a terrifying virus spreading through his town and must warn listeners from his basement booth. Blending sci-fi elements with genuine dread, the film takes the zombie concept in an unexpected direction centered on language itself. Already available to stream, it's a cult favorite for genre fans seeking intelligent, unconventional horror.
When does Pontypool come out?
Where to watch
Streaming availability in United States
United StatesNot available on any tracked streaming service in United States right now.
Available in: Austria · Switzerland · Germany · United Kingdom · GG · Ireland · +1 more
Pontypool is streaming in another region
Available to stream in Austria Switzerland Germany United Kingdom+3 more— but not in United States.
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In cinemas
Theatrical release in United States
Limited theatrical in United States · Rated NR
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Rent or buy
Digital purchase & rental in United States
Not available to rent or buy in United States yet. Available to rent or buy in: Austria · Germany · United Kingdom · GG · Ireland · South Korea
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Stephen McHattieGrant Mazzy
Lisa HouleSydney Briar
Georgina ReillyLaurel-Ann Drummond
Hrant AlianakDr. Mendez
Rick RobertsKen Loney (voice)
Daniel FathersNigel Healing
Beatriz YusteNancy Freethy
Boyd BanksJay (Osama)
Hannah FlemingMaureen (Farraj)
Laura NordinSpooky Woman- Rachel BurnsColleen (Daud)
Tony BurgessTony (Lawrence)
Louis NeginConversationalist- Diane GordonConversationalist
Daniel Junghuan ParkConversationalist
Trailer
Pontypool (2008) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Pontypool — frequently asked
When was Pontypool released?
Pontypool premiered on March 6, 2009.
What is the movie about?
The film follows Grant Mazzy, a disc jockey working at a basement radio station in Pontypool, Canada, who learns of a mysterious virus turning people into zombies. He must figure out the virus's unusual mode of transmission and find a way to protect his listeners from the safety of his radio booth.
Where can I watch Pontypool?
As a released film from 2009, Pontypool is available through various streaming platforms and rental services; availability varies by region and provider.
Is Pontypool a traditional zombie movie?
No—while it features zombie-like infected people, the film takes a unique approach by centering the virus's transmission on an unexpected element, making it more of a mystery-horror hybrid than a conventional zombie film.
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