Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead: A Zombie Comedy Film Coming to Netflix

News - 4 July 2023

Netflix has recently released the first trailer for their upcoming zombie comedy film, Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead. The film is a live-action adaptation of a beloved Japanese manga titled Zom 100, and it tells the story of a hapless corporate employee navigating life during a zombie apocalypse.The protagonist of the film, Akira Tendo, is portrayed by Eiji Akaso.

Akira is a corporate worker who faces constant abuse at his workplace, enduring long hours and harassment from his superiors. His days are filled with a sense of emptiness and fatigue, leaving him feeling more dead than alive. However, when the city is suddenly overrun by zombies, Akira's outlook on life takes a surprising turn.

Upon witnessing the chaos and destruction caused by the zombie outbreak, Akira exclaims in joy that he no longer has to report to the office. Fueled by an innate sense of positivity, he decides to seize the opportunity to create a bucket list of 100 things he wants to accomplish before succumbing to the zombie plague. From mundane tasks like cleaning his house to more adventurous endeavors such as camping on his balcony, Akira sets out to make the most of his remaining time on earth.

In addition to Eiji Akaso, the film features a talented cast including Mai Shiraishi, Shuntaro Yanagi, Yui Ichikawa, Akari Hayami, Miwako Kakei, and Kurumi Nakata. Their performances alongside Akaso are sure to bring humor and heart to the thrilling, zombie-filled narrative of Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead.Fans of the manga will be delighted to know that an anime adaptation of Zom 100 is also in the works.

The anime series is set to premiere on Crunchyroll starting July 9, offering viewers a chance to experience the story in animated form before the live-action film hits Netflix on August 3. With its unique blend of comedy, action, and heartwarming moments, Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead promises to be a refreshing take on the zombie genre. As Akira Tendo embarks on his journey to complete his bucket list amidst the chaos of the undead, audiences can look forward to a story that celebrates the resilience and spirit of the human soul even in the face of a zombie apocalypse.

Whether through the pages of the manga, the screens of the anime, or the cinematic experience of the live-action film, Zom 100 is sure to capture the hearts and imaginations of viewers around the world.