59 Movies & Shows About Infectious Diseases
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EpidemicMovie · 1987 · 106m · Drama, HorrorA director and screenwriter working together on a script about a global pandemic find the line between fiction and reality dissolving. Their story of an epidemic spreading on the page begins to eerily mirror real-world events.
The film examines the connection between creating art and living life. As the story develops, the characters confront unsettling similarities between their work and their own experiences. This psychological drama explores coincidence, fate, and art's ability to reflect life. The movie asks viewers to consider how closely stories can reflect reality and what that might say about humanity.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.7 - 2
CoronavirusMovie · 2020 · 46mWith the World Health Organization warning of a dangerous escalation of the coronavirus, this film presents the most current and detailed account of the remarkable series of events that have brought the world to the brink of a pandemic.TMDB 9.0 - 3
FlashburnMovie · 2017 · 89mWes Nolan awakens in a deserted warehouse with no memory of how he got there. He's been abducted by a person known only as "Lazarus," who is holding him captive for the Ebola cure. Wes is a virologist and microbiologist who was developing a bacteria protein carrier to combat the Ebola virus by targeting it before it attacks healthy cells. Unfortunately, his research resulted in a mutation that made the virus far more dangerous. Now, Wes must recover his lost memories and race against time to find a cure.IMDb 3.6TMDB 3.6 - 4
Biohazard: Patient ZeroMovie · 2011 · 68mTwo young scientists become involved in a government cover-up regarding a biological disaster that occurred at a genetic research facility.IMDb 3.9TMDB 5.0 - 5
Cas CommunautaireMovie · 2020IMDb 8.7TMDB 6.0 - 6
DerangedMovie · 2012 · 109m · Thriller, DramaA mysterious parasite infects the population, driving them to uncontrollable binges of eating and an insatiable thirst for water. The infected are unable to resist their urges, effectively controlled by the parasite's influence.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.6 - 7
BlindnessMovie · 2008 · 121m · Drama, Mystery, Science FictionA sudden plague causes widespread blindness in a city. A small group of those affected unite to navigate the harsh realities of their enforced quarantine and ultimately overcome it.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 8
The FluMovie · 2013 · 122m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerWhat starts as a flu outbreak rapidly escalates into a global pandemic. With rising fatalities and widespread fear, the government prepares drastic measures to control the spread.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.5 - 9
DoomsdayMovie · 2008 · 108m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionA deadly virus, known as the Reaper, ravaged Britain thirty years ago, infecting millions and claiming hundreds of thousands of lives. The country was successfully quarantined, but the virus has now returned in a major city. An elite team of specialists is sent into the quarantined zone on a critical mission: to find a cure, no matter the cost. Isolated from the world, the team must fight their way through a terrifyingly transformed landscape.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.9 - 10
Going Viral: Beyond the Hot ZoneMovie · 2019 · 47mThis film explores the beginnings of the Ebola virus through interviews with scientists, people who survived Ebola, those who make public health decisions, and the author of "The Hot Zone."IMDb 7.3TMDB 8.0 - 11
QuarantineMovie · 2000 · 86mWhen a bio-weapon virus escapes and spreads worldwide, the U.S. President declares a national emergency.IMDb 3.5TMDB 2.0 - 12
Unseen EnemyMovie · 2017 · 97mThis documentary explores outbreaks of infectious diseases.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.7 - 13
ContagiousMovie · 1997 · 103mA doctor races against time to stop a growing health crisis after passengers on a flight to Los Angeles become ill following a meal of shrimp contaminated with cholera from Mexico. The doctor must identify the origin of the contamination and prevent it from escalating into a full-blown epidemic.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.3 - 14
93 DaysMovie · 2016 · 124m · DramaBimbo Akintola, Danny Glover, and TIFF Rising Star Somkele Iyamah-Idhalama star in director Steve Gukas' gripping true story about dedicated healthcare workers in Lagos who confront the Ebola outbreak of 2014.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.7 - 15
ContagionMovie · 2002 · 95mIn the 21st century, terrorists unleash a devastating new weapon: a highly contagious, Level Four Ebola virus. Their first target is the President of the United States, and the virus quickly spreads. With no cure in sight, the military's drastic plan is to destroy the hospital and town where those infected, including the President, are quarantined. Doctors race against time to find a cure, while the military prepares for total annihilation to contain the epidemic. Can the spread be stopped before it's too late?IMDb 4.2TMDB 4.0 - 16
Perfect SenseMovie · 2011 · 93m · Drama, Science Fiction, RomanceIn Glasgow, Scotland, as a strange global pandemic starts to emerge, epidemiologist Susan finds herself falling for Michael, a talented cook.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 17A vírusMovie · 2005 · 27mA young virologist encounters a virus unlike any he has previously known. It is an unexpected challenge.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.5
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The Cassandra CrossingMovie · 1976 · 129m · Action, ThrillerPassengers on a European express train face a desperate fight for survival when they are exposed to a deadly virus. Trapped on the moving train, they struggle to get help from authorities who are unresponsive. As the virus spreads, their journey transforms into a terrifying battle. The film blends suspense with stories of courage, showing how unity is essential during a crisis. Stranded and fearing an invisible enemy, the passengers must overcome their fear and work together to escape the train before it's too late.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 19
Outbreak: Anatomy of a PlagueMovie · 2010 · 86m"Outbreak: Anatomy of a Plague" tells the story of a flight attendant who believes she has chickenpox and isolates herself in a Montreal hotel. Weeks later, she returns to work unknowingly triggering a major public health crisis. Pandemics have historically caused more deaths than wars, and new ones are always possible. The film compares a modern outbreak to the forgotten 1885 smallpox epidemic that ravaged Montreal. It follows the city's struggle to maintain order as social unrest, prejudice, and economic collapse complicate efforts to contain a deadly infection.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.3 - 20
CarriersMovie · 2009 · 84m · Action, Drama, HorrorA deadly virus has spread worldwide, making everyone vulnerable and untrustworthy. Four friends journey through the American West to a remote beach in the Gulf of Mexico, hoping to find safety and wait out the pandemic. Their escape turns perilous when their car breaks down on a lonely road, triggering a series of events that will determine their destinies.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.1 - 21
The PlagueMovie · 1992 · 148mA bubonic plague outbreak hits a South American city. As panic spreads and the military seals off the area, an idealistic doctor chooses to remain and assist the afflicted. Amidst the shifting crisis, he bravely fights the disease, aided by others while simultaneously drawing them into the unfolding chaos he can't fully manage.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.7 - 22
InfectionMovie · 2004 · 98m · Horror, DramaA dark, isolated hospital becomes the site of a dangerous infection, the result of a single doctor's error. Here, death is a constant threat.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.4 - 23
VirusMovie · 2019 · 152m · Drama, ThrillerThis is a true story about the devastating Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, India, and the brave efforts of many people who worked to stop the epidemic's spread.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5 - 24
Bacterial WorldMovie · 2016 · 54mBacteria exist everywhere on Earth, in countless forms. They have a wide variety of roles and types, with only a tiny fraction – about 1% – being harmful. This film explores the fascinating world of bacteria, presenting recent scientific discoveries and knowledge about these abundant and essential microbes.IMDb 6.8TMDB 9.0 - 25
The Missing Are DeadlyMovie · 1975 · 73mA troubled teenager, whose father works as a research scientist, steals a laboratory rat. The rat carries a deadly, incurable virus that could potentially kill 100 million people within three weeks.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.0 - 26
Extinction: Patient ZeroMovie · 2015 · 80mScientists confined to a secure room race against time to determine if they've contracted a lethal virus. They must figure out if escape is possible, or if they will be subjected to emergency exposure protocols.IMDb 4.4TMDB 5.0 - 27
The InfectionMovie · 2018 · 92mA virologist contracts a novel and perilous bacteria. He isolates himself at home, determined to find a cure.IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.0 - 28
The HappeningMovie · 2008 · 90m · Thriller, Science FictionA deadly airborne virus spreads across the northeastern United States, forcing teacher Elliot Moore and his wife Alma to escape the infected cities for the countryside. They journey to uncover the source of the outbreak, questioning whether it's a terrorist attack, a military accident involving a toxic bio-weapon, or something far more mysterious.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.4 - 29
And the Band Played OnMovie · 1993 · 140m · Drama, TV MovieDuring a worldwide crisis, the emergence of the AIDS epidemic throws researchers into a struggle to understand the puzzling illness endangering many lives. The film follows scientists as they confront this difficult challenge, revealing the internal conflicts and competition within the scientific community that slow down efforts to fight the disease. This intense story explores the complexities of scientific discovery, personal ambition, and the urgency of finding a solution as the world faces an unprecedented threat. By closely examining the people and events involved, the film provides a powerful look at the human side of one of history's most important medical advancements.IMDb 7.8TMDB 6.4 - 30
ViralMovie · 2016 · 86m · Drama, Horror, Science FictionAfter a virus devastates most of humanity, a young woman records her family’s experiences while sheltering in place and struggles to keep her sister safe from the infection.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.7 - 31
The CarrierMovie · 1988 · 99mA young man, who has lost his parents, is attacked by a strange creature. He is then infected with a disease that causes anything he touches to become deadly.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.1 - 32
AnthraxMovie · 2001 · 89mIn a small Alberta ranching community, mysterious anthrax deaths among cattle spark tension. As ranchers suspect a local agricultural research center, a reporter fuels their anger, encouraging a sit-in led by the RCMP officer's mother-in-law. When a rancher dies from a deadly strain of anthrax, the protesters are quarantined. Unnoticed, the reporter vanishes with several vials of the bacteria. The RCMP officer starts his own investigation, working with a U.S. agent to recover the stolen anthrax before it's too late.IMDb 4.2TMDB 3.7 - 33
Quiet KillerMovie · 1992 · 90mTeenager Sarah falls seriously ill on a flight to New York. Realizing it's something far worse than a cold, she collapses and dies in the hospital shortly after, the cause revealed to be the plague. To prevent widespread panic, epidemic commissioner Dr. Nora Hart must secretly investigate Sarah's life, identifying and tracking everyone she encountered. Failure to do so could result in the plague killing half the city within days.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.2 - 34
The Last DaysMovie · 2013 · 103m · Science Fiction, Adventure, ThrillerA strange epidemic sweeps the globe, causing people to die instantly from a fear of open spaces. With the world's population confined indoors, Barcelona spirals into chaos. Determined to find his missing girlfriend, Julia, Marc embarks on a perilous journey within the city, never venturing outside.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 35
The Killer That Stalked New YorkMovie · 1950 · 79mIn New York City, Sheila Bennet and her husband, Matt Krane, attempt to sell a collection of valuable jewels they illegally brought from Cuba, but the police are closing in on them. At the same time, government officials launch an urgent investigation to find someone spreading smallpox throughout the city.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 36
Panic in the StreetsMovie · 1950 · 96m · Thriller, CrimeA medical examiner in New Orleans discovers a shocking truth: a robbery victim died from bubonic plague. While the city remains unaware of the danger, he has 48 hours to find the killer.
The investigation plunges into the city's hidden world as authorities race to stop a widespread outbreak. Each clue is uncertain, pushing them to desperate actions in pursuit of a difficult suspect.
As the crisis intensifies, the film explores mortality, fear, and responsibility. Blending crime and medical thriller elements, it tells a compelling story about how people's choices affect public health.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 37
Ebola: The Doctors' StoryMovie · 2016 · 41mThis film follows Dr. Javid Abdelmoneim, a British emergency doctor working with Doctors Without Borders in Kailahun, Sierra Leone, during the intense Ebola outbreak of fall 2014. Using cameras mounted on medical goggles, the film offers an unprecedented look inside the facility's "hot zone," revealing the realities of confronting an unprecedented epidemic. Dr. Abdelmoneim and his colleagues, both local and international, struggle to save patients and support families facing devastating loss or seeking reunion.IMDb 7.0TMDB 8.5 - 38
ArrowsmithMovie · 1931 · 108mA medical researcher arrives at a site of a severe plague outbreak and is forced to make difficult choices about how to allocate a limited supply of the available vaccine.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.6 - 39
Smallpox 2002: Silent WeaponMovie · 2002 · 120mThis docu-drama recounts a fictional global crisis: a terrorist attack using smallpox as a weapon. The attack begins in New York City, carried out methodically by a lone individual who spreads the disease throughout the city. Using archival footage and video diaries, the film examines the worldwide consequences of this silent assault.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.8 - 40
PandemicMovie · 2009 · 138mEmergency room doctor Tsuyoshi Matsuoka encounters a patient with a completely unknown virus. The patient suffers severe symptoms: high fever, seizures, bloody vomiting, and organ failure. Is this a new strain of flu, or something entirely different? As cases multiply, a World Health Organization medical officer, Eiko Kobayashi, is sent to investigate. If the virus continues to spread at its current rate, the city's transportation and infrastructure could collapse within three months. Within six months, it threatens tens of millions of people, potentially resulting in a death toll exceeding that of any war.IMDb 5.3TMDB 6.4 - 41
Viruses: Destruction And CreationMovie · 2016 · 20mThis film explores the nature of viruses, how they impact human health, and their transmission. Doctors, virologists, and scientists investigate the outbreak of the Zika virus, assessing its potential effects on widespread communities and considering strategies to combat the disease.IMDb 5.4 - 42
The CuredMovie · 2017 · 95m · Horror, Drama, Science FictionYears after a virus transformed people into cannibalistic creatures, a cure is discovered. Now, the survivors face the difficult task of returning to a world irrevocably changed.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.5 - 43
Trench 11Movie · 2017 · 90m · Horror, Thriller, WarNear the end of World War I, a soldier struggling with the effects of combat is tasked with a dangerous mission. He must venture into tunnels beneath the battlefield to thwart a German scheme with the potential to change the course of the war.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.3 - 44
Ebola SyndromeMovie · 1996 · 100m · Comedy, Crime, HorrorA man on the run flees across continents to escape capture, beginning in Hong Kong and heading towards South Africa. He discovers he has immunity to the Ebola virus. Now, he must return home, but his journey inadvertently plunges him back into the center of the deadly outbreak. The film explores desperation, survival, and difficult choices against the backdrop of a global health crisis.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 45
Virus au paradisMovie · 2003 · 180mA fast-spreading, deadly virus is transmitted through human coughs and amplified by migratory birds. As scientists desperately search for a cure, they race against time to contain the outbreak.IMDb 5.9TMDB 3.5 - 46
76 DaysMovie · 2020 · 93m · DocumentaryThis documentary offers a raw and intimate look at the experiences of patients and healthcare workers facing the COVID-19 pandemic in Wuhan.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 47
The BayMovie · 2012 · 84m · Horror, Science Fiction, ThrillerIn July 2009, a devastating event struck the peaceful seaside town of Claridge, Maryland. Two million fish washed up on the shore, followed by a thousand blackbirds falling from the sky. The authorities concealed the truth about the tragedy that resulted in over 700 deaths. Three years later, a reporter's footage exposes the cover-up: a deadly parasitic outbreak. Told through iPhone videos, 911 calls, webcams, and other personal recordings, *The Bay* documents 24 hours of terror in Claridge from the perspective of those who lived through it – a chilling story of a community overwhelmed by unimaginable horror.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 48
Patient ZeroMovie · 2018 · 87m · Horror, Thriller, ActionWhen a global pandemic transforms most of humanity into aggressive, infected creatures, Morgan emerges as a leader. He possesses a unique gift: he can understand the infected. Guiding the remaining survivors, Morgan embarks on a perilous quest to find the origin of the outbreak – patient zero – and a potential cure.IMDb 4.6TMDB 5.3 - 49
Fatal Contact: Bird Flu in AmericaMovie · 2006 · 83m · Action, Drama, ThrillerA bird flu outbreak evolves into a virus capable of spreading between people.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.9 - 50
Warning SignMovie · 1985 · 99m · Drama, Science Fiction, ThrillerA classified government facility researching biological weapons experiences a containment breach, releasing a mysterious bacteria within the complex. Scientists and agents must now work together in a desperate race against time to prevent the deadly pathogen from spreading. As the situation worsens, they confront their fears and grapple with the potential consequences for national and global security. The film explores themes of trust, responsibility, and the impact of scientific progress, keeping viewers on the edge as they await the outcome of this escalating crisis.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 51
VirusMovie · 1995 · 92mA rare and deadly African plague is spreading rapidly through America's major cities. A determined doctor, Dr. Marissa Blumenthal, races to uncover the truth behind its origin, but she becomes a target herself. As humanity faces extinction, Dr. Blumenthal discovers the disease may have been intentionally released by the medical community.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.5 - 52
ContagionMovie · 2011 · 106m · Drama, Thriller, Science FictionA deadly airborne virus spreads rapidly, threatening to kill within days. As the global outbreak intensifies, the medical world frantically searches for a cure while trying to contain the escalating panic.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 53
The ThawMovie · 2009 · 94m · Horror, Science FictionFour ecology students at a remote Arctic research station uncover a terrifying truth about global warming: the danger lies not just in melting ice, but in what's been preserved within it. A prehistoric parasite is released from a Woolly Mammoth carcass, infecting the students. They must quarantine and make difficult choices to prevent the parasite from spreading worldwide.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.7 - 54
VirusMovie · 1980 · 156m · Horror, Science Fiction, DramaIn an isolated Antarctic research station, a team of scientists represents humanity's last chance. A military virus released in a plane crash has devastated the world. With time running out, they must race to develop a cure.
Their mission is a test of their strength and resourcefulness as they confront the grim reality of survival. The scientists’ struggle reflects humanity's fight to overcome disaster, while their personal stories blend triumph and loss.
Against the backdrop of Antarctica's harsh environment, this story highlights the resilience needed to survive. Their efforts are a powerful symbol of human spirit in the face of unimaginable catastrophe.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 55
CarriersMovie · 1998 · 105mA military officer and a concerned mother journey to New Mexico from overseas to investigate a dangerous virus outbreak.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.2 - 56
The Painted VeilMovie · 2006 · 125m · Romance, DramaA British doctor battles a cholera outbreak in a remote Chinese village, all while dealing with marital unhappiness back home – his wife is unfaithful.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3 - 57
AwakeningsMovie · 1990 · 120m · DramaDr. Malcolm Sayer, a quiet research doctor, changes his life when he tests a drug meant to bring consciousness back to people with a very rare illness. Leonard is the first patient to get the treatment, and his recovery unexpectedly revitalizes Sayer too. As Leonard, who was once unable to respond, rediscovers life with a childlike sense of wonder, he unknowingly awakens a similar curiosity in the reserved doctor. This story explores connection between people, personal development, and the strength of understanding in unusual situations.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8