"The Return of the Living Dead" is a 1985 horror-comedy film directed by Dan O'Bannon. The story follows a group of people who accidentally release a toxic gas that reanimates the dead. This leads to a chaotic night as they try to survive against the newly risen zombies. The film is notable for its unique blend of humor and horror, as well as its influence on the zombie genre. It introduced the concept of zombies craving brains, which has since become a popular trope in various media, including video games and television shows like The Walking Dead.