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Outbreak (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Outbreak is a 2024 horror thriller directed by Jeff Wolfe, starring Billy Burke as Neil Morris, Alyshia Ochse and Taylor Handley. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes and earned $24,881 worldwide. IMDb users rate it 4.9/10.

IMDb rating
4.9/10
worldwide gross
$24.9K
Echo Score
30
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Outbreak (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 27m (87 min)
Director
Jeff Wolfe
Genres
Horror , Thriller , Mystery
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Outbreak About?

The premise of Outbreak without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

A State Park Ranger and his wife struggle with the disappearance of their son when a mysterious outbreak begins to affect their community. As the situation escalates, they must confront not only the growing threat but also the strain it puts on their relationship and their perception of what is real. The outbreak quickly spreads, leading to devastation and testing the limits of their sanity.

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Cast & crew

Outbreak Cast & Characters

Billy Burke leads the cast as Neil Morris, with Alyshia Ochse as Abby Morris and Taylor Handley as John Gibson. Directed by Jeff Wolfe; 7 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Outbreak Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Outbreak 4.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 30/100, strongest in character & emotion (45) and weakest in story & flow (25).

30 /100

Outbreak Echo Score Breakdown

Across the collected reviews, the film is judged largely unsuccessful. Critics repeatedly note incoherent plotting, ineffective direction, and subpar acting that undermine the intended horror atmosphere. While a few reviewers acknowledge occasional cinematographic flair and isolated strong performances, these isolated positives are outweighed by widespread criticism of dialogue, pacing, and overall craftsmanship. Consequently, the consensus positions the movie as a weak entry in the zombie genre with limited appeal.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of art and craft, reviewers highlight poor direction and weak cinematography that fail to elevate the material. The visual style receives occasional mention as mildly interesting, but overall the production design and editing are described as lazy and uninspired. This consistent criticism results in a low assessment of the film's technical execution.

  • Character & Emotion 45

    When evaluating character and emotion, opinions are divided. Several critics condemn the acting as flat and the character decisions as unrealistic, while a handful praise Billy Burke's performance and note occasional nuanced moments. The mixed feedback yields a modestly low score that reflects both the prevailing weakness and the isolated strengths in performance.

  • Story & Flow 25

    Regarding story and flow, the consensus is overwhelmingly negative. Reviewers describe the plot as incoherent, the script as lazy, and the pacing as uneven, with dialogue often cited as detrimental. Even the occasional surprise ending is insufficient to compensate for the broader narrative shortcomings, resulting in a very low story rating.

  • Sensory Experience 35

    The sensory experience receives limited praise, with occasional acknowledgment of an effective opening visual tone. However, most comments criticize the cinematography, sound design, and overall aesthetic as inadequate for a horror thriller. This combination of sparse positives and prevalent negatives leads to a below‑average sensory score.

  • Rewatch Factor 40

    Rewatch factor is generally low, as critics find little value in revisiting the film due to its confusing plot and lack of engaging content. A few reviewers express enjoyment from specific scenes or performances, but the predominant view is that the movie offers little incentive for repeat viewings, resulting in a modestly low replay value.

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    4.9 /10

    3790 votes

Plot

Outbreak Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Outbreak from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In this tense psychological thriller, a state park ranger Neil Morris and his wife Abby Morris wrestle with the unresolved disappearance of their teenage son, Ben, stretching over two long months and casting a shadow over their once-routine lives.

A 911 call reports a rabid dog attack at a construction site, and Neil, along with fellow rangers John Gibson and Chief Mike Cortez, rush to the scene. The ranger’s hesitation to shoot the aggressive animal hints at something deeper fraying his nerves as the situation spirals beyond a simple injury or danger.

Full summary

The whole story of Outbreak, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Outbreak Box Office

Outbreak grossed $24,881 worldwide.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$24.9K

International
$24.9K
Videos

Outbreak Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Outbreak.

Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Outbreak?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Outbreak Also Known As

6 alternative titles, including “Mourning Rock” and “Outbreak: Die Verwüstung”.

Also known as
  • Mourning Rock
  • Outbreak: Die Verwüstung
  • 哀悼岩
  • Outbreak at Mourning Rock
  • Outbreak - Die Verwüstung
  • 哀悼巖

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FAQ

Outbreak FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Outbreak, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Outbreak?

Outbreak runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).

When was Outbreak released?

Outbreak was released on December 13, 2024.

Who directed Outbreak?

Outbreak was directed by Jeff Wolfe.

More films by Jeff Wolfe

Who is in the cast of Outbreak?

Outbreak stars Billy Burke as Neil Morris, Alyshia Ochse as Abby Morris and Taylor Handley as John Gibson, among 7 credited actors.

How much did Outbreak make at the box office?

Outbreak grossed $24,881 worldwide.

How is Outbreak rated?

Outbreak has 4.9/10 on IMDb.

Does Outbreak have a post-credit scene?

No. Outbreak has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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