Anna and the Apocalypse

Set in the snow coated town of Little Haven, Anna Shepherd balances school life, crushes, and the nagging feeling that growing up will soon demand real courage. When a Christmas Eve routine shatters into chaos, a zombie outbreak bursts into the foreground and the town grids into survival mode. Anna teams with her tight circle of friends, including Steph North, John, Chris Wise, and Arthur Savage, as they flee, barricade, and improvise. They discover that music can be a lifeline even when daylight fades and streets fill with danger. With wit and heart, the group fights to reach loved ones while learning who they can trust in a world gone mad. They learn to trust both themselves and each other.

Directed by John McPhail the film blends horror comedy and musical fantasy. It is based on a short film by Alan McDonald and Ryan McHenry and released in 2018 as a distinctly British genre hybrid that sparked limited theatrical run.

It grossed about $673,523 worldwide, reflecting a modest release geared toward fans of quirky horror and holiday whimsy. The numbers mirror a niche appeal rather than broad mainstream appeal, underscoring its status as a cultish seasonal surprise for viewers everywhere.

Among fans of indie horror musicals the film has earned a small but dedicated following. Its mix of Christmas cheer and zombie mayhem has inspired cosplay and sing along moments at fan events, contributing to conversations about genre blending and the appeal of hopeful endings in scary stories for audiences.

Critics noted the film finds balance between scares and laughter, using musical numbers to punctuate tension rather than stall it. The story centers friendship, resilience, and choosing courage over fear when a close community confronts catastrophe, offering a brisk emotional throughline alongside its genre jokes that feel authentic and earned.