Army of the Dead

Army of the Dead

Year: 2021

Runtime: 148 min

Language: English

Director: Zack Snyder

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Following a nuclear explosion that devastates Las Vegas, former military pilot Scott Ward leads a group of mercenaries on a daring heist. Their mission: to infiltrate the quarantined city and steal $200 million from a heavily guarded vault. Facing overwhelming hordes of evolved Alpha zombies and with just 32 hours before the city is destroyed, Ward and his team must overcome impossible odds and contend with the dangers lurking within the undead-infested landscape. Survival depends on their skill, courage, and ability to outwit the relentless zombie threat.

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1

Accident on the Highway

A military convoy transporting a contained zombie from Area 51 suffers a catastrophic accident on the highway outside Las Vegas. This collision leads to the escape of the zombie, which sets off a chain of deadly events.

Highway outside Las Vegas
2

Zombie Outbreak Begins

The escaped zombie wreaks havoc on the military convoy, infecting and killing numerous soldiers. This event triggers a rapid spread of contagion throughout Las Vegas, leading to widespread panic and chaos.

Las Vegas
3

Government Quarantine

In response to the uncontrollable outbreak, the government imposes a quarantine on the entire Las Vegas area. Military intervention fails disastrously, and the region becomes a no-go zone for civilians.

Las Vegas
4

Bly Tanaka's Proposition

Six years later, casino owner Bly Tanaka approaches mercenary Scott Ward with a proposition. Tanaka offers Scott $50 million to recover $200 million from a vault in Las Vegas before a nuclear strike is launched.

Six Years Later Tanaka's Casino
5

Assembling the Team

Scott assembles a team of former comrades: Maria Cruz, Vanderohe, helicopter pilot Marianne Peters, safe-cracker Ludwig Dieter, and sharpshooter Mikey Guzman. Each member brings unique skills to the mission as they prepare to infiltrate the zombie-infested city.

6

Scott's Hidden Agenda

In a secretive turn, Scott decides to keep $15 million for himself, Maria, and Vanderohe, which leaves the others with significantly smaller shares. This decision creates tension among the team as they head into danger.

Planning Stage
7

Kate Joins the Mission

Scott's estranged daughter Kate, who is working in a quarantine camp, learns about the plan and insists on joining the contingent to help find her missing friend Geeta. Her determination adds another layer of urgency to the mission.

Quarantine Camp
8

First Encounter with Zombies

Upon entering Las Vegas, the team faces a terrifying surprise when they encounter a zombie tiger. This first encounter sets the tone for the perilous challenges they will face in the city.

Las Vegas
9

Alphas and Betrayals

The group is warned about the 'Alphas,' a faction of intelligent zombies that require a sacrifice for safe passage. Tensions escalate when Chambers accuses Martin of treachery, leading to chaos during their mission.

Olympus Casino
10

Tragic Losses

As they navigate the ruins of Las Vegas, tragedy strikes when Maria Cruz is killed by a horde of Alphas. This loss weighs heavily on the group and intensifies their fight for survival.

Las Vegas
11

Martin's True Motives

Martin's betrayal becomes evident as he traps the group, revealing he was working against them all along. In a twist of fate, he is ultimately killed by a zombie tiger, leaving the survivors to fend for themselves.

12

Dieter's Sacrifice

In a heroic act, Ludwig Dieter sacrifices himself to ensure Vanderohe's safe passage to the vault. His selflessness underscores the stakes of the mission as the countdown to nuclear destruction looms.

Secure Vault
13

Final Showdown

As the time for the nuclear strike approaches, a climactic confrontation occurs between Scott, Kate, and Zeus, the leader of the Alphas. The stakes reach a peak as the group fights for their lives amidst the chaos.

Rooftop
14

Emotional Farewells

In a poignant moment, Scott gifts his daughter money for her future after a fierce battle. He ultimately succumbs to his transformation into a zombie, prompting Kate to make the heartbreaking decision to end his life.

Rooftop
15

Survivor's Fate

Vanderohe emerges from the chaos with the money intact yet reveals he has been bitten. As he boards a plane to Mexico City, the story ends, leaving viewers to ponder the consequences of his survival.

Airplane

Last Updated: November 15, 2024 at 18:19

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