Written By: Sam Santiago
Level 33 Entertainment’s fan-favorite film "Didn't Die", directed by "The Walking Dead" alum Meera Menon, is hitting theaters on March 6, 2026, following its successful premiere at Sundance. Zombie films are always welcome here at TrulyDisturbing, and this one sure does fit all the right prerequisites. Its got some laughs, a whole lotta blood, and just enough heart to make us care.
We have a look at the 30-second trailer for "DIDN'T DIE" below
From The Press Release:
The Sundance Midnight feature film "Didn’t Die", directed by Meera Menon, has been acquired by Level 33 Entertainment and will be released in theaters in the U.S. on March 6, 2026.
Heralded by Variety as an “enticing character-centric comedy” and by Collider as a film that "forges its own bloody path by taking the story back to the barest of bones,” Didn’t Die premiered in 2025 at the Sundance Film Festival as a Midnight feature—just weeks after director Menon’s home was tragically consumed by the fires that ravaged Los Angeles.
Menon, who has directed episodes of "The Walking Dead", "Fear the Walking Dead", "Ms. Marvel", and "Westworld", describes Didn’t Die—a film about the human spirit rising from tragedy—this way:
“I’m drawn to the question of what still makes life worth living when everything else has come undone. Being an indie filmmaker right now feels like podcasting in the middle of a zombie apocalypse—this film is about the grit it takes to simply keep going.”
Starring stand-up comedian and Emmy-nominated actress Kiran Deol in the lead role of Vinita, Didn’t Die revolves around an unfolding zombie apocalypse in rural America, as a podcast host (Deol) struggles to maintain their dwindling audience amidst the chaos.
Says Deol of her role in Didn’t Die and in collaborating with Menon:
“As a performer, it’s such a privilege to get to play an arc—especially one grounded in wry humor. Showcasing a South Asian family meant lots of dosas on set—which is a delicious way to make something revolutionary. From the collaborative style of developing the story to staying in a house with the actors in upstate New York, Meera created an experience that felt like family coming together.”
The cast is rounded out by George Basil (Werewolves Within), Samrat Chakrabarti (The Sinner), Katie McCuen, Vishal Vijayakumar, Ali Lopez-Sohaili, and Kandis Erickson.
"Didn’t Die" is produced by director Menon, Erica Fishman, Joe Camerota, and Paul Gleason, the latter of whom serves as the film’s cinematographer, with a score by Samuel Jones.
Says Andreas Olavarria, President & CEO of Level 33 Entertainment, regarding the acquisition:
"Didn’t Die is a witty and poignant take on the classic zombie film, crafted by a group of truly remarkable filmmakers. We can’t wait to share this film with audiences across North America.”
Didn’t Die will be released exclusively in theaters in the U.S. on March 6, 2026. Tickets are available now on Fandango.
