The Living Corpse (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film
Released in 1958, The Living Corpse is a horror and mystery film directed by Zhu Shi-Lin, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Famed director Zhu Shilin tries his hand at a horror film! The beginning of The Living Corpse immediately sets the tone with a folk duet clearly inspired by the popular 1956 musical Songs of the Peach Blossom River. The duet, in addition to Zhu's frequent use of long, empty shots and crisp editing, gives this horror film a traditional poetic charm and a strong folk flavor. Mise-en-scene and sound effects create a terrifying atmosphere, and successfully communicate the ghostliness of a world without ghosts.
Who’s in it. The Living Corpse stars Chen Juan-Juan, Kao Yuen, Chuan-Chuan Chen and Kong Wa, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Living Corpse page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Living Corpse tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Living Corpse (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Living Corpse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Living Corpse?
- The Living Corpse stars Chen Juan-Juan, Kao Yuen, Chuan-Chuan Chen, Kong Wa and Ping Fan.
- When was The Living Corpse released?
- The Living Corpse was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.