New Korean Zombie Film 'Colony' to Premiere at Cannes 2026

Director Yeon Sang-ho, known for "Train to Busan," returns to the zombie genre with "Colony," a 2026 film promising a more intricate narrative. The movie explores a sophisticated zombie threat: creatures that evolve, possess collective intelligence, and exhibit a "hive mind" behavior, setting it apart from typical zombie fare.

The plot follows Kwon Se-jeong, a biotechnology professor played by Jun Ji-hyun, who finds herself in a nightmarish scenario. Attending a conference at Dunguri Building, she becomes trapped when a rapidly mutating virus is released, turning attendees into aggressive, evolving zombies. Authorities quarantine the entire building, trapping survivors with the infected.

Se-jeong, depicted as intelligent and resilient, uses her scientific expertise to lead the survivors and understand the virus. Ji Chang-wook co-stars as Choi Hyeon-seok, a security team member who acts as the frontline protector against the zombies. The film's world premiere is scheduled for the Midnight Screenings program at the Cannes Film Festival 2026.