5G Zombies (2020): Cast & Ratings
5G Zombies is a 2020 horror film starring Shawn C. Phillips as Shawn, Dustin Ferguson and Julie Anne Prescott. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes. Its Echo Score is 10/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Genre
- Horror
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- SCS Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is 5G Zombies About?
The premise of 5G Zombies without spoilers.
In a world ravaged by a virus pandemic, governments secretly use 5G cell service to brainwash the remaining survivors and establish a new world order. The film explores the unfolding crisis through various perspectives, depicting the collapse of society and the struggle for survival as the situation rapidly deteriorates. It's a chilling look at a future where technology and control intertwine with devastating consequences.
5G Zombies Themes & Keywords
· 10 tags- coronavirus
- covid 19
- zombie
- youtube
- self shot
- world
- zombie horror
- b horror
- low budget horror
- independent film
5G Zombies Cast & Characters
Shawn C. Phillips leads the cast as Shawn, with Dustin Ferguson as Radio News Reader and Julie Anne Prescott as Julie.
- Shawn C. Phillips as Shawn
- Dustin Ferguson as Radio News Reader
- Julie Anne Prescott as Julie
- Mike Ferguson as Mike
Also Starring in 5G Zombies
· 29 more- Jennifer Nangle Woman with Ax
- Clint Beaver Clint
- Ken May Ken
- Breana Mitchell Breana
- Erik Anthony Russo Erik
- Tony Newton Tony
- John R. Walker Military Doctor
- Daniel Joseph Stier Daniel
- Geovonna Casanova Geovanna
- Neilum Raqia Doctor Singh
- Edwin Garcia Edwin
- Ricky Egan Gizmo McReed
- Jackson Batchelor Skeptic Steve
- Elizabeth Barstow Libby
- Tony Clarke Tony
- Laura Plows Angie Coleman
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- Noah F. Madril Noah
- Tino R. Zamora Tino
- Tenika Coates Shop Assistant
- Liam Cody Coriolite
- Charlotte Curry Coriolite
- Isabelle Curry Coriolite
- John Klyza John
- Mark Lunn Zombie
- Kai Nelson Coriolite
- India Raqia-Walker India Coleman
- Tom Reed-Goodehall Barney Coleman
- Mitch Wilcox Coriolite
- James Willetts Coriolite
5G Zombies Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 10/100, strongest in rewatch factor (20) and weakest in character & emotion (8).
5G Zombies Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, 5G Zombies registers as a markedly deficient effort across the board. The film suffers from rudimentary direction, uninspired performances, an incoherent storyline, and subpar audiovisual elements, resulting in a viewing experience that fails to engage. While a single reviewer noted brief entertainment value, the prevailing consensus highlights an absence of compelling content and little incentive for repeat viewings. Consequently, the movie offers minimal appeal beyond its niche premise.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 12
In terms of art and craft, the film displays amateurish direction and low‑budget cinematography. Reviewers repeatedly cite a selfie‑style shooting approach, inconsistent editing, and rudimentary production design that undermine visual coherence. The lack of polished mise‑en‑scene contributes to a disjointed aesthetic, offering little artistic merit beyond its makeshift execution.
- Character & Emotion 8
When evaluating character and emotion, performances are widely criticized as untrained and devoid of depth. Observations point to non‑actors delivering flat portrayals, with minimal chemistry or emotional resonance among the ensemble. Consequently, the film fails to establish compelling characters, reducing viewer investment and further diminishing its narrative impact.
- Story & Flow 10
The story aspect suffers from incoherent plot development and erratic pacing. Critics note a nonsensical premise that attempts to engage viewers but collapses under implausible twists and a lack of narrative structure. Originality is hampered by a reliance on contrived conspiracy tropes, resulting in overall disengagement.
- Sensory Experience 15
In the sensory domain, sound design is repeatedly described as jarring, with high‑pitched noises likened to a malfunctioning appliance that cause discomfort. Visual style remains inconsistent, offering few zombie shots and a predominance of amateur footage that lacks cohesion. Together these flaws degrade the overall audiovisual experience.
- Rewatch Factor 20
Rewatch value is notably low, as most viewers express little desire to revisit the film after a brief, unsatisfying experience. The scarcity of engaging content and pervasive technical shortcomings offer minimal incentive for repeat viewings. While one comment mentions brief enjoyment, the broader sentiment indicates limited lasting appeal.
5G Zombies Trailers & Videos
The trailer of 5G Zombies.
Cars in 5G Zombies
17 cars on screen, including the 1998 Audi A4 B5 and the 2012 Jeep Patriot.
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1998 Audi A4 B5 Important role -
2012 Jeep Patriot Important role -
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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe Background role
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5G Zombies FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast and post-credit scenes of 5G Zombies, each answered in a sentence.
How long is 5G Zombies?
5G Zombies runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was 5G Zombies released?
5G Zombies was released on May 1, 2020.
Who is in the cast of 5G Zombies?
5G Zombies stars Shawn C. Phillips as Shawn, Dustin Ferguson as Radio News Reader and Julie Anne Prescott as Julie, among 33 credited actors.
Does 5G Zombies have a post-credit scene?
No. 5G Zombies has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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