London’s renowned FrightFest is set to host the world premiere of the highly anticipated zombie movie ‘Herd‘ on August 26. The film’s trailer has been unveiled, offering audiences a tantalizing glimpse into this thrilling FrightFest selection.

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Directed by Steven Pierce and produced by Framework Productions, ‘Herd’ boasts a stellar cast including Corbin Bernsen (known for ‘Major League’ and ‘Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang’), Timothy V. Murphy (‘Snowpiercer’ and ‘National Treasure: Book of Secrets’), Ellen Adair (‘Homeland’ and ‘The Sinner’), Mitzi Akaha (‘Archive 81’), and Jeremy Holm (‘Mr. Robot’ and ‘House of Cards’).

The story revolves around Jamie Miller (Adair) and her wife, Alex (Akaha), who embark on a secluded trip in rural Missouri to salvage their failing marriage. However, their plans take a dark turn when an accident leaves them trapped in Jamie’s hometown, now overrun by a virus that has transformed the residents into infected ‘Heps’.

Jamie and Alex find refuge with Big John Gruber (Holm) and his group, who transport them to a local veterinarian for medical assistance. As they seek safety in a makeshift warehouse serving as a survival base, a confrontation arises with a rival militia led by Sterling (Murphy), who initially appears interested in trade but turns hostile. Amidst the ensuing battle, Jamie is determined to find a way for them to escape and make it back home.

Director and co-writer Steven Pierce expressed his excitement about ‘Herd’ making its world premiere at FrightFest, highlighting the festival’s reputation as one of the most thrilling genre events worldwide. Producer and co-writer James Allerdyce shared his anticipation to see the film come to life on the IMAX screen, surrounded by the dedicated FrightFest fanbase. Cinematographer Brennan Full also praised FrightFest as an incomparable venue for the film’s premiere.

FrightFest, the esteemed horror and fantasy film festival driven by a passionate community, returns for its 24th edition at the Cineworld Leicester Square in London. This year, the festival boasts cutting-edge technology and entertainment company Pigeon Shrine as its headline sponsor. Spanning five days from August 24 to August 28, Pigeon Shrine FrightFest will showcase seventy carefully selected films across four screens, including twenty-five world premieres, twenty-three international/European premieres, and twelve UK premieres. The diverse lineup represents fourteen countries across five continents, promising an unforgettable experience for genre enthusiasts.