If you enjoy zombie movies but do not want to pay for another streaming subscription, Tubi is worth checking. The free, ad-supported platform has a selection of zombie horror, infected-apocalypse stories, comedy horror, found-footage films, and low-budget survival movies.
The catalog changes depending on your country, so a movie available in the United States or United Kingdom may not always appear in Spain. You can check the Tubi Zombie Films section to see what is currently available in your region.
I have selected these movies for different reasons. Some are classic zombie films, some are funny, while others are better for viewers who enjoy gore, action, or unusual outbreak stories.
1. Night of the Living Dead
Release year: 1968
Best for: Classic zombie horror
If you want to understand where modern zombie cinema began, start with Night of the Living Dead.
The story follows a group of people trapped inside a farmhouse while the dead begin returning to life outside. The movie is simple, tense, and surprisingly powerful. It does not depend on expensive effects or huge action scenes. Instead, it creates fear through isolation, confusion, and conflict between the survivors.
What makes it special is that the real danger is not only the zombies. The people inside the house also struggle to agree on what to do, and their arguments make the situation worse.
Tubi has featured Night of the Living Dead in its zombie-movie recommendations. If the exact title does not appear in your region, search for the 1968 original or the color version.
My rating: 9.5/10
2. The Return of the Living Dead
Release year: 1985
Best for: Funny zombie horror
This is one of the best choices if you want a zombie movie that mixes horror with wild comedy.
The story begins when two workers accidentally release a dangerous substance that brings the dead back to life. The zombies are not presented as slow, silent corpses. They are strange, aggressive, and sometimes surprisingly intelligent.
The movie has punk-rock energy, memorable characters, dark jokes, and plenty of outrageous moments. It also helped popularize the idea of zombies wanting to eat brains.
This is not a serious survival drama. It is loud, strange, bloody, and entertaining.
My rating: 8.5/10
3. Diary of the Dead
Release year: 2007
Best for: Found-footage zombie horror
Diary of the Dead follows a group of film students who continue recording while society collapses around them.
The found-footage style makes the outbreak feel personal. Instead of watching the disaster from a distance, you experience it through the camera of people who are frightened, confused, and unsure about what is happening.
The film also looks at how people record disasters, share information, and sometimes focus more on filming than helping others. That makes it more than a normal zombie movie.
It may not be as popular as Night of the Living Dead or Dawn of the Dead, but it is worth watching if you enjoy realistic-looking outbreak stories.
My rating: 8/10
4. Dead Snow 2: Red vs. Dead
Release year: 2014
Best for: Gore, action, and outrageous zombie fun
If you want a zombie movie that does not take itself too seriously, try Dead Snow 2: Red vs. Dead.
The movie features Nazi zombies, extreme violence, dark humor, and ridiculous action scenes. It is the type of film that knows exactly how silly its concept is and uses that to its advantage.
This is not the best choice for someone who prefers serious horror. However, fans of over-the-top zombie action will probably have a good time.
The movie is especially suitable for viewers who enjoy films with plenty of blood, strange characters, and unbelievable survival situations.
My rating: 8/10
5. Dawning of the Dead
Release year: 2017
Best for: Zombie outbreak and survival
Dawning of the Dead focuses on a zombie virus that brings society to its knees. A news team attempts to broadcast what is happening while the outbreak gradually reaches their studio.
The movie uses the idea of live reporting during a disaster to show how quickly normal life can collapse. The characters are not simply fighting zombies; they are also trying to understand the outbreak and stay alive while the world around them falls apart.
It may not have the budget of a major Hollywood production, but it is a useful pick for viewers who enjoy independent zombie films.
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My rating: 7/10
6. Zombie Ass: Toilet of the Dead
Release year: 2011
Best for: Extremely strange and funny zombie horror
The title already tells you that this is not a normal zombie movie.
Zombie Ass: Toilet of the Dead follows a camping trip that turns into a bizarre battle against unusual zombies and a dangerous doctor. The film combines body horror, gross-out humor, and ridiculous situations.
This is definitely not for everyone. It is crude, strange, and intentionally excessive. But if you enjoy unusual Japanese horror comedies, it may be exactly the kind of movie you are looking for.
Do not watch this expecting a serious zombie-apocalypse story. Watch it for the madness.
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My rating: 6.5/10
7. Zurviving
Release year: 2020
Best for: A short and emotional outbreak story
Zurviving takes a smaller approach to the zombie genre. The story is presented through a father’s video diary made for his baby daughter during a zombie outbreak.
The personal video format makes the movie feel more intimate than a large-scale action film. Instead of focusing on armies, explosions, and huge crowds of zombies, it concentrates on one person’s fear, survival, and concern for his child.
It is a good choice if you prefer short independent horror movies with an emotional angle.
My rating: 7/10
8. Zombie with a Shotgun
Release year: 2019
Best for: Action and infected-zombie stories
Zombie with a Shotgun follows a man caught between being human and becoming a zombie. He must fight for survival while trying to protect the person he loves.
The movie combines action, horror, science fiction, and zombie outbreak elements. It is more focused on survival and combat than on slow psychological horror.
If you enjoy movies where the main character is infected but still has some control over himself, this one may be worth adding to your watchlist.
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My rating: 6.5/10
9. Dead Rising: Watchtower
Release year: 2015
Best for: Video-game-style zombie action
Dead Rising: Watchtower is based on the Dead Rising video-game series. It follows a reporter trying to survive after a zombie outbreak turns a quarantined city into chaos.
The movie includes infected crowds, improvised weapons, government confusion, and the kind of action commonly found in zombie video games.
It is not as emotional as Train to Busan or as influential as Night of the Living Dead, but it can be enjoyable if you prefer action-driven zombie entertainment.
This is a good option for fans of the Resident Evil movie series and other video-game-inspired horror films.
My rating: 7/10
10. The Girl with All the Gifts
Release year: 2016
Best for: Intelligent infected-apocalypse horror
This film is slightly different from traditional zombie movies. It focuses on a young girl named Melanie who lives in a military facility after a fungal infection destroys much of civilization.
The story asks interesting questions about humanity, infection, survival, and what makes someone a monster. It has action and horror, but it also spends time developing its characters and ideas.
If you prefer a thoughtful outbreak movie instead of nonstop zombie attacks, this is one of the strongest recommendations on this list.
My rating: 8.5/10
11. Zombie Fight Club
Release year: 2014
Best for: Violent zombie action
Zombie Fight Club begins with a zombie outbreak inside an apartment building. As the story continues, the survivors face not only the infected but also dangerous human groups.
The movie is violent, chaotic, and full of action. It is best suited to viewers who want a darker and more aggressive zombie film.
The story also shows how people can become just as dangerous as the zombies when society collapses.
My rating: 7/10
12. Johnny Z
Release year: 2023
Best for: Martial arts and zombie action
Johnny Z combines zombie horror with martial arts. The central character is a human-zombie hybrid whose unusual abilities make him important in a world overrun by the infected.
If you enjoy action movies where the hero fights through waves of enemies, this could be a fun choice. It is more interested in combat, mutation, and survival than in slow-burn fear.
It is not a traditional Romero-style zombie film, but it offers something different.
My rating: 6.5/10
My Top 5 Zombie Movies to Watch on Tubi
If you do not want to go through the entire list, these are my first choices:
- Night of the Living Dead — Best classic
- The Girl with All the Gifts — Best thoughtful infected horror
- The Return of the Living Dead — Best funny zombie movie
- Diary of the Dead — Best found-footage choice
- Dead Snow 2: Red vs. Dead — Best outrageous zombie action
More Zombie Movies to Watch
If you want more than the titles available on Tubi, check out my other zombie-movie guides:
- Zombie Apocalypse Movies — A list focused on movies where zombies and a widespread outbreak are central to the story.
- Best Zombie Movies Ever — My personal picks for the strongest zombie films.
- 300+ Zombie Movies — A much larger list arranged by release year.
You can also visit the Tubi Zombie Films category for more titles. Tubi’s selection changes regularly, so search for the movie title directly if a link does not open in your country.
Final Verdict
Tubi is a useful place to find zombie movies without paying for another subscription. Its selection includes classic horror, independent outbreak films, strange comedy-horror titles, found-footage stories, and action-heavy zombie movies.
My strongest recommendation is Night of the Living Dead if you want a classic. For something more modern and thoughtful, choose The Girl with All the Gifts. If you want something funny, go with The Return of the Living Dead. And if you enjoy wild gore and ridiculous action, Dead Snow 2: Red vs. Dead is a good choice.
Just remember that availability can change by location, so always check the Tubi catalog in your region before planning your movie night.
James
